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Tehran rejects claims of strike on Saudi military airbase in Kharj

Tehran rejects claims of strike on Saudi military airbase in Kharj Iran has denied reports that it launched an attack on the Al-Kharj airbase in Saudi Arabia, with state broadcaster IRIB quoting a military official as saying that “Iran has not fired any shots” at the facility. The official was responding to reports of an explosion at or near the base. The denial came after Saudi Civil Defence issued a public warning through its emergency alert system for Al-Kharj Governorate, cautioning residents about a potential danger. Saudi authorities have not publicly attributed the reported incident to any specific party.

08 Jun 2026, 03:31 UTCSource: Middle East EyeOriginal source

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⚠️ This is a probabilistic forecast, not a guarantee. Accuracy is measured only on resolved scenarios; monitor confirmation indicators below.
A
Escalation88% model probability

Confirmation indicators

  • 1) Public statement from Saudi Arabian government outlining increased military presence and threat level; 2) Unidentified ballistic missile launches towards Saudi Arabia within 72 hours of the initial incident.
  • Time horizon: 7 days to 14 days
Horizon: 7–30 days
B
Status quo9% model probability

Confirmation indicators

  • 1) Public statement from Saudi Arabian government outlining increased military presence and threat level; 2) Unidentified ballistic missile launches towards Saudi Arabia within 72 hours of the initial incident.
  • Time horizon: 7 days to 14 days
Horizon: 7–30 days
C
De-escalation4% model probability

Confirmation indicators

  • 1) Public statement from Saudi Arabian government outlining increased military presence and threat level; 2) Unidentified ballistic missile launches towards Saudi Arabia within 72 hours of the initial incident.
  • Time horizon: 7 days to 14 days
Horizon: 7–30 days