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Saudi King approves hosting US forces to boost regional security
July 20, 2019

Saudi Arabian King Salman bin Abdulaziz has approved hosting US forces in the country to boost regional security and stability.

The gesture comes amid rising tensions between Washington and Tehran in the Gulf that have impacted global oil markets.

Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump has said he considers Saudi Arabia an important partner in the Middle East.