Iran’s ambassador to Saudi Arabia denies attacks on its oil facilities

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete March 15, 2026 at 10:24 PM

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Iran's ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Alireza Enayati, denied Iranian responsibility for recent attacks on Saudi oil infrastructure, stating that Iran would claim responsibility if involved. While not identifying the perpetrators, Enayati said Iran is only targeting US and Israeli military assets in retaliation for attacks on Iran. This follows recent attacks on the Ras Tanura oil refinery and attempted attacks on the Shaybah oilfield. Saudi Arabia has not publicly blamed any party for the incidents. Enayati emphasized that relations between Iran and Saudi Arabia are progressing positively, with direct communication between officials, including discussions about Saudi Arabia not allowing its territory to be used to target Iran. He also reiterated that the ongoing war was imposed on Iran and the region following US and Israeli attacks.

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Qatar 30% Bahrain 30% China 40% Reuters 40% Shaybah 40% Ras Tanura 50% United Arab Emirates (UAE) ×260% United States ×470% Israel ×470% Iran ×890% Alireza Enayati ×290% Saudi Arabia ×890%

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iran-saudi arabia relations 90% oil infrastructure attacks 80% alireza enayati 70% denial of responsibility 70% us and israeli attacks 60% ras tanura oil refinery 50% military targets 50% shaybah oilfield 40% drone attacks 40%

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