Event anniversary

Iran–Saudi Arabia proxy conflict

Took place on February 11, 1979

Years ago

48th anniversary next

The 48th anniversary falls on February 11, 2027, in 110 days.

Iran and Saudi Arabia are engaged in a proxy war over influence in the Middle East and other regions of the Muslim world. The two countries have provided varying degrees of support to opposing sides in nearby conflicts, including the civil wars in Syria and Yemen; and disputes in Bahrain, Lebanon, Qatar, and Iraq.

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