"Some Western and Saudi firms in Riyadh have extended work-from-home advisories amid concern over a looming U.S.-imposed deadline for Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz or face 'hell'."
"In Gulf states, many fear a U.S. escalation would see Iran further target critical and civilian infrastructure in the Gulf in response to ongoing tensions."
"Employees were first told to work from home at the beginning of last week after Iran threatened to strike major U.S. tech firms in the region."
"Saudi Arabia has faced hundreds of Iranian drone and rocket attacks since the war began but claims to have intercepted the vast majority of these threats."
Work-from-home advisories have been extended by some Western and Saudi firms in Riyadh due to fears of U.S. escalation against Iran. The advisories affect key business areas, including the King Abdullah Financial District. Employees were initially advised to work from home after Iran threatened to target U.S. tech firms. Saudi Arabia has intercepted numerous Iranian attacks but remains cautious, especially after recent missile threats. The situation has heightened concerns about the safety of critical infrastructure in the Gulf region.
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