Saudi Arabia has informed Iran that it will not permit its territory or airspace to be used for any military action against the Islamic republic, Saudi and regional sources say, in the context of heightened geopolitical tensions involving the United States and Iran.

The message was communicated directly to Iranian officials amid warnings from Washington that it could undertake military action in response to Iran’s internal crackdown on protests and broader regional disputes.

The Saudi position underscores Riyadh’s intent to avoid being drawn into a wider conflict and reasserts that its land and airspace will remain off-limits for any operations targeting Iran, according to government sources.

Officials close to Saudi defence and foreign policy discussions emphasised that the kingdom does not want to participate in hostilities that could involve Tehran and has made this clear to its neighbour.

The United States has recently deployed a carrier strike group, including the USS Abraham Lincoln, to the Middle East amid threats of military action against Iran.

Iranian leaders have responded to US warnings with statements that any attack would provoke serious consequences.

Iran’s leadership has reiterated that it would not accept attacks against its territory and has indicated readiness to defend its sovereignty.

In parallel diplomatic engagement, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian spoke by phone with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, reaffirming Tehran’s support for processes that prevent war and stressing the importance of regional unity and adherence to international law.

Pezeshkian said that external threats, particularly from the United States, could destabilise the region.

Saudi leaders reiterated their commitment to security, stability and development across the region and underscored the importance of dialogue and collaboration among Islamic nations to maintain peace.

Riyadh’s declaration that its territory and airspace are inviolate for attacks against Iran reflects broader regional concerns about escalation and the complex interplay of diplomatic, military and strategic calculations among Gulf states, the United States and Iran.

Saudi authorities have previously expressed support for diplomatic engagement mechanisms aimed at conflict prevention and have welcomed international efforts to facilitate dialogue between major regional powers.