US reportedly mulls pulling troops from Saudi Arabia as ties sour over Iran war

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The United States is reportedly considering withdrawing troops from Saudi Arabia following diplomatic friction over Iran and Riyadh's refusal to host critical naval bases for operations in the Strait of Hormuz. This potential withdrawal follows perceived slights by Washington, including Senator Marco Rubio skipping Saudi Arabia on a recent Gulf tour.

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Riyadh initially refused Washington request to use bases critical to Hormuz ship escort operation, prompting US ire; Riyadh interprets Rubio skipping over Saudi on Gulf tour as snub.

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