NYT
Saudi Arabia Faces ‘Worst-Case Scenario’ After Being Rebuffed by Trump
Monday, September 14, 2026
Saudi Arabia did not secure additional U.S. military support it sought and faced attacks from Iran-aligned forces. Analysts quoted by the outlet attributed a shift in Saudi strategic planning to these developments. The kingdom's efforts to expand its defense partnership with the United States during discussions with the Trump administration did not result in expanded commitments, according to reporting on the matter.
