5 Impacts If Israel Touches Saudi Arabia’s Territory

RIYADH – In the midst of the strengthening issue of normalizing diplomatic relations Arab Saudi and Israel, in fact the ideology of Greater Israel or Greater Israel has emerged where the Zionist state wants to expand its territory to Saudi Arabia and Iraq.

The issue of Israel’s attempt to annex Saudi territory, especially Mecca and Medina, sparked anger among Muslims around the world. Moreover, this discourse emerged when the Gaza War was still raging and Tel Aviv took steps to carry out a land invasion of Lebanon.

In the Greater Israel ideology adopted by right-wing Jewish groups, they want the expansion of Israel’s territory, including Saudi Arabia and Iraq, apart from controlling Lebanon, Egypt, Jordan and Syria. This ambition is very dangerous because it could trigger a major war, because of the desire to control parts of Saudi Arabia as a key player in geopolitics in the Middle East.

5 Impacts If Israel Touches Saudi Arabia’s Territory

1. Escalation of Regional War

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Saudi Arabia and Israel are key players in the Middle East with significant military capabilities. An Israeli invasion of Saudi Arabia would trigger immediate retaliation from a coalition of Arab countries led by Riyadh, which would most likely result in a full-scale war.

This could attract other regional powers allied with both parties, such as Iran, Egypt, or even international actors such as the United States.

World War III could also break out if the invaders intend to invade Saudi Arabia. The reason is, Saudi has close ties to Pakistan, which has nuclear weapons.

2. World Oil Supply Will Be Disrupted

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Both Saudi Arabia and Israel are critical to the passage and stability of global oil supplies. Any conflict involving them would likely disrupt oil markets, causing price spikes and economic impacts across the world.

The increase in oil prices cannot be rejected. Moreover, Saudi has a very extensive oil supply and controls the market. The world will be shaken by the increase in world oil prices. The economy will also weaken so it is feared that it will cause a crisis.

3. Many Civilian Casualties Will Fall

A war between Saudi Arabia and Israel would have dire humanitarian consequences for civilians caught up in the conflict, as well as for neighboring countries hosting refugees.

Civilians will always be victims in every battle. Humanitarian crises and even famine could be another bad impact.

4. Failure of the Coalition in Confronting Iran

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