Saudi Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Urged Trump To Strike Iran: Report

Last Updated:March 01, 2026, 15:44 IST

Mohammed bin Salman urged Trump to strike Iran, leading to US-Israeli attacks and Khamenei’s death. Iran retaliated, escalating regional conflict.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman personally urged US President Donald Trump to take military action against Iran, according to an NDTV report. Despite global calls for restraint and diplomacy, the push from Saudi Arabia and Israel reportedly influenced Trump’s decision to authorise the strikes, which have triggered a wave of retaliation from Tehran and shockwaves throughout the region.

Joint Military Strikes Against Tehran

The joint offensive, described by US and Israeli officials as necessary to counter Iran’s nuclear ambitions, has involved air and missile strikes on military installations, command centres and infrastructure in Tehran and other cities. Explosions were reported in multiple locations, including the capital, as coordinated strikes unfolded.

In a separate development, President Trump addressed the nation following the strikes, calling on the Iranian people to “seize control of your government" and urging members of Tehran’s security forces to lay down their weapons.

Iranian Retaliation And Regional Fallout

Following the initial attacks, Iran launched ballistic missiles and drones targeting US and Israeli positions and bases throughout the Persian Gulf region. Iranian forces also reportedly struck Gulf Arab nations, including the UAE, Qatar and Saudi Arabia, further intensifying the conflict.

The violence has prompted airspace closures, flight disruptions and emergency alerts in several countries, with civilian casualties reported amid the hostilities.

Global And Diplomatic Reactions

World leaders have expressed deep concern over the unfolding crisis. Some European nations criticised the strikes, while others urged immediate de-escalation through diplomacy. The United Nations Security Council convened an emergency session to address the conflict, with the UN Secretary-General warning of the risk of a wider regional war.

Despite international pressure, US and Israeli officials have defended the operation as both necessary and justified to prevent perceived threats posed by Iran’s military capabilities.

The Saudi Foreign Ministry issued a statement condemning Iran’s attacks on the UAE, Qatar amd Bahrain.

What Comes Next

As retaliation and counter-retaliation continue, the situation in the Middle East remains volatile and unpredictable. With the reported death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in the joint US-Israeli strikes has plunged Iran into a leadership crisis. Iranian state media have confirmed Khamenei’s death and announced a 40-day national mourning period, while authorities prepare for a succession process in accordance with constitutional provisions. With no clear successor designated, a temporary council comprising senior officials such as President Masoud Pezeshkian and other top jurists is expected to oversee the transition until a new Supreme Leader is selected, raising questions about the future political direction of the Islamic Republic.

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