LONDON DAILY ARCHIVE
Saudi Arabia Maintains Ties with Iran Despite Israel Conflict
Riyadh reaffirms regional alignment amid shifting Middle East dynamics
04 July 2025 · 11:21 UTC

Despite pressure from Western allies and growing tensions across the Middle East, Riyadh appears determined to preserve the détente reached last year with Tehran.
Analysts interpret the move as part of Saudi Arabia’s broader strategy to diversify alliances and assert greater autonomy in foreign policy.