Middle East divided as Iran war, Houthi-Saudi Arabia tensions continue to ramp up
The recent joint US-Saudi attacks marked the first time Riyadh has publicly joined strikes alongside Washington
Assessment
Saudi Arabia's first public participation in joint strikes with the United States marks a significant escalation in its posture toward the Houthis and Iran. This move risks deepening the regional divide, as it signals Riyadh's willingness to align openly with Washington in active military operations, potentially drawing broader retaliatory responses.