
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman pushes Trump towards offensive against Iran: "Historic chance to reshape the Middle East"
Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has pressured US President Donald Trump to continue the military campaign against Iran and overthrow the current regime in Tehran, calling it a "historic chance" to change the Middle East.
Sources briefed by American officials have told The New York Times that MBS has told Trump that Iran poses a long-term threat to Gulf stability and that this threat can only be eliminated if the current government in Tehran is replaced with an administration more friendly to regional interests.
The Crown Prince has also argued that military cooperation between the US and Israel offers a rare opportunity to reshape the strategic balance in the Middle East.
According to sources, MBS's advice to Trump is part of a broader Saudi strategy to protect Gulf interests and limit Iran's influence in the region.
American officials have described this pressure as an attempt to push the US to intensify the military offensive and aim for profound changes in the Iranian government.
Political analysts point out that these pressures could have major consequences for American policies in the Middle East, including decisions on potential military engagement and regional security strategies.
Meanwhile, the situation is becoming even more tense as the US and Israel continue their military campaign against Iran, while Saudi Arabia seeks to ensure that these operations achieve strategic objectives for the stability of the Gulf and the security of its allies.
This development comes at a time when regional tensions are at their peak, while the international community is monitoring with concern any possible action that could lead to an escalation of the conflict.
In this context, Saudi Arabia's actions and Prince Mohammed bin Salman's advice are being seen as a key factor that could influence the Trump administration's decisions regarding Iran and the future of security in the Middle East.
Although expected negotiations between the US and Iran have been reported, there is still no certainty that they will work and extensive lobbying by bin Salman could also be an impetus for Trump to continue the offensive against Iran.