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What do Saudi Arabia and Iran have in common?

Both Saudi Arabia and Iran are located in the Middle East.

Both are Muslim-majority countries.

Both have large reserves of oil and natural gas.

Both are members of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC).

Both have experienced political instability in recent years.

Both have been involved in regional conflicts, such as the Syrian Civil War and the Yemeni Civil War.

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