Readers were told that American intelligence did not see any immediate threat from Iran, but that regional allies, particularly Saudi Arabia, were pressing for action. The strike came at a moment when relations between Saudi Arabia and Iran were gradually improving. Placed against this backdrop, the claim that Saudi Arabia pushed for war appears doubtful. In our part of the world, there persists a deep seated belief that Western media is inherently professional, responsible, and objective. Once we recognize this, the intent behind the Washington Post’s report on Saudi Arabia becomes easier to understand.

Source: The Patriot March 02, 2026 21:28 UTC