Turkey Considers Military Aid to Saudi Arabia Amid Houthi Attacks
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announced that Ankara is considering providing military assistance to Saudi Arabia in response to escalating Houthi attacks against the kingdom. Fidan stated that the Houthi actions threaten Saudi Arabia's territorial integrity and sovereignty, emphasizing the need for political will to translate into concrete actions, referencing agreements made in Mecca. He also voiced opposition to Saudi Arabia being drawn into a conflict between the United States and Iran, which he described as a significant economic burden on the region.
Fidan also reiterated criticism of Israel, calling it a global threat. This statement comes after the Houthis claimed responsibility for an airstrike on Riyadh the previous day. The attack reportedly damaged the international airport and critical energy infrastructure in the Saudi capital.