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Saudi Arabia and Houthi Rebels Escalate Conflict Amid Renewed Tensions and Foreign Involvement

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Saudi Arabia and Houthi Rebels Escalate Conflict Amid Renewed Tensions and Foreign Involvement

First reported by Ynet · 20 hours ago

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Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Houthi rebels have escalated their conflict after a recent exchange of attacks, including missile strikes on Saudi oil infrastructure and retaliatory bombings. Greek forces operating Saudi air defenses intercepted missiles targeting the strategic port of Yanbu. The renewed fighting follows Iranian military support to the Houthis and a declared maritime blockade threatening key shipping routes. Analysts warn of a possible resumption of ground combat amid deteriorating ceasefire prospects, with the US blaming Iran for the escalation.

  • 01Saudi Arabia bombed Houthi targets after missile attacks on Saudi ships and cities.
  • 02Greek air defense crews intercepted missiles targeting Yanbu's oil facilities.
  • 03Iran sent military commanders, missile equipment, and gold to support Houthis in Yemen.
  • 04Houthis declared a maritime blockade on Saudi Arabia via Bab al-Mandab Strait.
  • 05Saudi Arabia may resume ground fighting amid troop buildups on the frontlines.
  • 06US holds Iran responsible and threatens military action against Houthis and Iran.

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YnetCenter · Hebrew2 hours ago
Saudi Arabia and Houthi Rebels Escalate Conflict Amid Renewed Tensions and Foreign Involvement
YnetCenter · Hebrew20 hours ago
Houthi Leader Threatens Conflict With US, UK, and Israel Over Saudi Aggression

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