Macron says ‘military resources’ to be sent to Saudi Arabia
Speaking to broadcasters TF1 and France 2, French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday announced that “military resources” will be sent to protect the Yanbu oil site in Saudi Arabia, integral to maintaining the kingdom’s fuel exports and increasingly threatened by Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels.
Saudi Arabia is aiming to earn a spot in the semifinals of the 27th Arabian Gulf Cup by facing Oman in a Group A match in Jeddah on Saturday. The Saudis are looking to build on their three-point lead in the group, following a 1-0 win over Kuwait in their opening game. Meanwhile, Oman currently has one point from a 1-1 draw with Iraq.
Saudi Arabia will need to secure a second consecutive victory to guarantee their place in the semifinals, as they will face Iraq in their final group match. The Green Falcons demonstrated their strong start to the tournament by winning their first match, despite missing several chances. Oman is looking to secure their first win of the competition to enhance their qualification prospects after drawing with Iraq.
A draw against Saudi Arabia would keep Oman in contention, while Saudi Arabia is eager to capitalize on their group lead and secure an early qualification.
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