Iran increased its attacks on major oil producer Saudi Arabia, launching nearly 100 drones against it on Monday.

Recently, Iran has intensified its attacks on Saudi Arabia, indicating that its strikes against this oil-rich kingdom are more severe than before.

According to data released by the Saudi Ministry of Defense, Tehran launched nearly 100 drones at Saudi Arabia on Monday, far exceeding the previous daily average of fewer than 25. This concentrated assault marks the largest single-day strike against the country since the outbreak of war.

This offensive began last week and has since escalated, with targets increasingly focused on Saudi Arabia’s eastern province, which houses critical oil infrastructure.

This escalation highlights Iran’s capability to disrupt stability throughout the Gulf region, posing a threat to shipping lanes—especially the crucial Strait of Hormuz—and energy facilities.

As the conflict continues, Iran is increasingly relying on drones instead of missiles. Drones typically carry smaller payloads than ballistic or cruise missiles, resulting in relatively less destruction; however, depending on the targets, they can still cause significant damage. Their lower cost and capability for mass launch make them a persistent challenge for air defense systems.

Although the frequency of launches has decreased compared to the early days of the war, this does not mean Tehran’s arsenal is shrinking. Despite attacks by the U.S. and Israel on its stockpiles, launch systems, and drone factories, Iran still retains the ability to continue launching attacks.

Becca Wasser from Bloomberg Economics stated in a report that while the scale of the attacks has diminished, their pace remains steady, indicating a strategic adjustment rather than an exhaustion of ammunition.

Iran’s attacks on the UAE also intensified on Tuesday. The UAE Ministry of Defense reported detecting a total of 55 projectiles that day, including 10 ballistic missiles and 45 drones, with the number of drones being the highest since March 8.