Saudi heightened concerns regarding Iran’s hypersonic capabilities, action plan

The Iranian missile attack has caught the attention of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman (MBS) and senior Saudi military commanders.

In this regard, Saudi Arabia is concerned about Iran’s hypersonic and ballistic capabilities, following previous U.S. reassurances that downplayed these capabilities.

The note provides a comprehensive overview of the following aspects:

• Saudi reaction on U.S. reassurances
• Saudi action plan to counter Iran’s growing hypersonic capabilities
• Additional factors that heighten Saudi concerns

The note also highlights an update on the defense budget Riyadh intends to make and the purpose behind it.