New escalation between the Houthis and Saudi Arabia
The Iran-backed Houthis intensify their attacks against Saudi Arabia, provoking an increased military response from the Riyadh-led coalition, amid heightened regional tensions.
Assessment
The Houthi-Saudi conflict is escalating again, with Iranian-backed Houthi attacks drawing heavier military responses from the Saudi-led coalition. This cycle of violence risks widening regional instability, particularly as it unfolds alongside other Middle Eastern flashpoints. The key question is whether this escalation will draw in other regional powers or remain contained.