A rare academic poll reveals Saudi public opinion is sharply divided on military action against Iran, but broadly supportive of strong US ties amidst the ongoing Iran war. Conducted since March 2026 by Robert Kubinec and Alexis Montambault-Trudelle, the survey of Saudi nationals found approximately three-quarters of respondents favor a stronger relationship with the United States, even after US attacks on Iran on February 28.
However, views on Saudi strikes against Iranian missile launch sites are split, with 49% in support and 51% opposed. This division, with higher support among middle-aged men, presents a complex calculus for Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, especially as Saudi Arabia has reportedly conducted covert airstrikes on Iranian soil in May, marking a departure from its traditional reliance on the US security umbrella following retaliatory Iranian actions.
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