Israel National News reports: “Iran and Saudi Arabia are reportedly preparing for joint military exercises in the Red Sea, AFP reported on Tuesday, citing an Iranian report which has not yet been confirmed by Saudi Arabia. If true, this would mark a first for the two regional powers.

‘Saudi Arabia has asked that we organize joint exercises in the Red Sea,’ said Admiral Shahram Irani, commander of Iran’s navy, as quoted by Iran’s ISNA news agency.

‘Coordination is underway and delegations from both countries will hold the necessary consultations on how to conduct the exercise,’ he continued, though no details or timeline were provided.Saudi Arabia has not yet confirmed plans for joint exercises with Iran…”