Why has Riyadh joined the US in striking Tehran?

France 24 reports that Saudi Arabia has joined the United States for the first time in launching air strikes against Iran-backed militias in Iraq — a significant move after months of restraint. While Riyadh characterizes the operation as self-defense, it remains unclear whether the kingdom is abandoning its cautious approach toward Tehran or simply issuing a strategic warning.

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