Saudi Arabia and Yemen’s Houthi forces engaged in military exchanges Saturday, with the Iran-backed militia announcing retaliatory strikes against the kingdom. Houthi spokesperson Yahya Saree stated the group executed military operations using missiles and drones in response to what he characterized as “blatant and criminal aggression” from Saudi attacks on the Yemeni coastal city of Hodeidah.
Saudi forces intercepted ballistic missiles from Yemen during the confrontation, according to Greek security sources cited by Reuters. The strikes have raised concerns about the potential spread of conflict into the Red Sea, one of the world’s most critical shipping corridors. The escalation appears to represent a widening of tensions already present in the region.
The exchange underscores growing military activity in the Red Sea area and highlights the interconnected nature of regional conflicts. While sources describe the Houthis as Iran-backed, the direct role of Iran in these particular strikes remains unclear from the available reporting.
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