Iran has reportedly targeted Saudi Arabia’s Ras Tanura oil refinery, operated by Saudi Aramco, amid rapidly escalating tensions in the Gulf following joint US–Israeli strikes that began over the weekend.
The retaliatory action comes after Iranian authorities accused Washington and Tel Aviv of launching attacks that allegedly killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and several senior officials.
Tehran described its latest military operations as retaliation for what it called aggression against its leadership and sovereignty.
According to international reports, a drone struck the Ras Tanura refining complex on Monday, triggering a small fire that was later brought under control.
The facility was temporarily shut down as a precautionary measure.
Authorities said there were no immediate reports of casualties.
Separately, Saudi air defences intercepted Iranian missiles targeting Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport and Prince Sultan Air Base, which hosts US forces, on Sunday.
Gulf sources reported that the interceptions caused no disruption to air traffic and resulted in no damage or injuries.
The broader regional security situation remains highly volatile. Iran has reportedly launched attacks targeting Israeli and US-linked military installations across several Gulf countries, including Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
In response, Saudi Arabia summoned the Iranian ambassador and condemned what it described as “brazen attacks” on its territory.
The United States and several Gulf partners issued a joint statement strongly denouncing Iran’s missile and drone strikes, calling them a dangerous escalation and reaffirming their right to self-defence.
With military exchanges intensifying, diplomatic efforts are under pressure as fears grow that the conflict could expand further across the region.
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