Saudi Arabia Expels Iranian Embassy Officials Amid Escalating Regional Tensions

Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, Saudi Arabia has taken a drastic step and ordered Iran's military attaché and some embassy staff to leave the country within 24 hours. Saudi's Foreign Ministry issued an official statement on Saturday (March 21, 2026), declaring these Iranian embassy officials persona non grata. According to the ministry, the action involves the Iranian embassy's military attaché, assistant military attaché, and three members of the mission staff. In fact, this decision has been taken at a time when the conflict in the region is intensifying and Iran is being accused of repeatedly attacking Saudi Arabia's territory. This development comes amid Iran's ongoing instability with the United States and Israel. During this conflict, Iran has targeted Saudi Arabia and other Gulf countries, especially the places where American military bases are located. These officials are not only limited to these bases, according to the ministry. The energy and energy market of Saudi Arabia has also been affected.