Saudi Defense Minister Hints Trump Should Bomb Iran, Reversing Public Stance

• Prince Khalid bin Salman (KBS) privately suggested that if Trump doesn't act on threats, Iran will strengthen, a reversal from Saudi Arabia's public caution against escalation.
• KBS, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's (MBS) brother, made these remarks during a private briefing in Washington, D.C.
• MBS had previously expressed deep concern to Trump about escalation, which influenced Trump's decision to delay a strike.
• KBS met with top U.S. officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, to discuss a potential U.S. strike on Iran.
• Despite private remarks, Saudi Arabia's public stance remains cautious, with MBS telling Iran's president they wouldn't allow U.S. airspace use for an attack and seeking diplomatic solutions.

Why It Matters: Saudi Defense Minister privately urged U.S. action against Iran, contradicting the kingdom's public diplomatic stance.