Saudi Arabia Worried About Iran; Not Against Israeli Strike
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According to sources Saudi Arabia is not opposed to Israel using a preemptive strike against Iran. Saudi Arabia is troubled by the expanding influence of Iran in the Middle East, especially among Shiite communities in the Arab world.
Iran has test fired nine long- and medium-range missiles, including one which it has previously said could travel as far as Israel and U.S. bases in the region, state media reported on Wednesday. The tests occurred at a time of increased tension between Iran and Israel over Tehran’s disputed nuclear programme, which the West fears is aimed at making bombs. Iran says its nuclear program is only for power generation. State Press TV said the missiles tested by Iran’s Revolutionary Guards included a “new” Shahab 3 missile, which officials have said could reach targets 2,000 km (1,250 miles) away. Jerusalem sources: Saudis not opposed to Israel strike on Iran. Saudi officials suggested to their Israeli counterparts in a recent meeting that Saudi Arabia would not be opposed to an Israeli strike against Iran, senior Jerusalem officials told Haaretz Tuesday.