Iran’s retaliation following the joint US-Israel strikes that began on Saturday and killed the country’s Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and several other senior Iranian officials has intensified tensions across the Middle East.Describing the strikes as revenge for Khamenei’s killing, Tehran launched attacks targeting Israeli and US military bases across Gulf nations. Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have continued to face aerial threats and missile activity.Saudi Arabia now finds itself directly affected, with reported drone and missile activity targeting its territory, diplomatic facilities and military-linked infrastructure.US Embassy in Riyadh attackedIn Saudi Arabia, the United States Embassy in Riyadh caught fire after being attacked by two suspected Iranian drones, the Saudi Ministry of Defence announced on Tuesday.The fire was “limited,” the ministry said, and resulted in minor damage to the building.According to Reuters, a loud blast was heard before the fire broke out, and smoke was seen rising over Riyadh’s Diplomatic Quarter, which houses foreign missions.US, Gulf nations condemn attacksThe United States on Sunday strongly condemned Iran’s missile and drone attacks in a joint statement issued alongside Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.Story continues below this adThe countries described Iran’s actions as a “dangerous escalation” that endangered civilian lives and reaffirmed their collective right to self-defence.US President Donald Trump addressed the strike and said: “You will find out soon what the US response will be for attacking the Riyadh Embassy and killing six US service members.”Missiles intercepted in Saudi ArabiaSaudi Arabia also intercepted Iranian missiles that were targeting Riyadh’s international airport and the Prince Sultan Airbase on Sunday, AFP reported citing a Gulf source.Saudi summons Iranian ambassadorSaudi Arabia’s Foreign Ministry on Sunday announced that it had summoned the Iranian ambassador, a day after the kingdom accused Tehran of carrying out strikes against its territory.Story continues below this ad“The Foreign Ministry summons the Iranian ambassador to the Kingdom in response to Iran’s brazen attacks that targeted the Kingdom and a number of brotherly countries,” the ministry said in a statement posted on its official X account.The Express Global Desk at The Indian Express delivers authoritative, verified, and context-driven coverage of key international developments shaping global politics, policy, and migration trends. The desk focuses on stories with direct relevance for Indian and global audiences, combining breaking news with in-depth explainers and analysis. A major focus area of the desk is US immigration and visa policy, including developments related to student visas, work permits, permanent residency pathways, executive actions, and court rulings. The Global Desk also closely tracks Canada’s immigration, visa, and study policies, covering changes to study permits, post-study work options, permanent residence programmes, and regulatory updates affecting migrants and international students. All reporting from the Global Desk adheres to The Indian Express’ editorial standards, relying on official data, government notifications, court documents, and on-record sources. The desk prioritises clarity, accuracy, and accountability, ensuring readers can navigate complex global systems with confidence. Core Team The Express Global Desk is led by a team of experienced journalists and editors with deep expertise in international affairs and migration policy: Aniruddha Dhar – Senior Assistant Editor with extensive experience in global affairs, international politics, and editorial leadership. Nischai Vats – Deputy Copy Editor specialising in US politics, US visa and immigration policy, and policy-driven international coverage. Mashkoora Khan – Sub-editor focusing on global developments, with a strong emphasis on Canada visa, immigration, and study-related policy coverage. ... Read MoreStay updated with the latest - Click here to follow us on Instagram© IE Online Media Services Pvt LtdTags:RiyadhSaudi Arabia