Diplomacy Gets a Chance: Saudi Arabia Welcomes Trump's Shift, But Warning Attached

Saudi Arabia's foreign minister said Riyadh appreciates Trump's decision to give diplomacy a chance to reach an agreement ending the war and restoring Hormuz maritime security to its pre-February 28, 2026 state. Trump said Iranians want a deal but "haven't gotten there" yet, warning that either a resolution is reached or "we'll have to just finish the job." Analysts describe the conflict as having entered an "infrastructure war" phase, with both sides deliberately striking infrastructure the other needs to function — making this diplomatic opening notable but fragile.