U.S., Israel Pleas Fell On Deaf Ears? Why Saudi, UAE Refused Airspace Use During Iran's Attack

Published on Apr 16, 2024 10:30 pm IST

The Wall Street Journal has reported that the U.S. and Israel had sought permission from Saudi Arabia and the UAE to use their airspace to intercept Iran's massive missile and drone blitz on the intervening night of April 13 and 14. But both the Arab nations turned down the request and refused to do so. This despite coordinating with the U.S. on intelligence linked to Iran's attack. Watch how the Iran-Israel conflict has forced the Gulf powers to pick sides. INTERNATIONAL NEWS

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