The Times of India

Strait of Hormuz on edge as Saudi Arabia opens King Fahd Air Base to US forces amid Iran tensions

Saudi Arabia has granted the US access to King Fahd Air Base amid escalating tensions with Iran. This strategic move aims to bolster regional security and safeguard vital shipping lanes, particularly the Strait of Hormuz, which faces critical threats. Western allies are framing this as a defensive measure to deter conflict and ensure global stability.