Houthis

Houthis ramp up missile attacks on Riyadh as Saudi-backed war in Yemen widens

The conflict, now an overspill of the US-Iran war, has added new chaos to a region already aflame, and threatens to draw other states into grueling mountain fighting.

Pro-Saudi-backed Yemeni government fighters fire their weapons during what government forces say was an advance against the Iran-backed Houthis, near Dhubab, Taiz Governorate, Yemen, October 5, 2026.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa meets Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, October 6, 2026.

Syria weighs military aid for Saudi Arabia amid war with Houthis, sources say

Iranian women attend a military course for volunteers at the Janfada ("Sacrifice for the Homeland") training camp set up in Imam Hussein square in Tehra on October 6, 2026.

Pakistan air force reportedly striking Houthis, IDF strikes Hamas terrorists in Gaza

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan speaks during a meeting at his ruling AK Party (AKP) in Ankara, Turkey, October 7, 2026.

Mecca defense pact puts Turkey’s commitment to Saudi under domestic scrutiny - analysis


US-led delay in confronting Houthis a ‘grave mistake,’ says former Houthi spokesman - interview

Bukhaiti highlighted that, unlike the Taliban, the Houthis lack a large support base and remain a minority movement able to continue operating by exploiting “chaos and divisions" of other actors.

Former Houthi spokesperson, Ali Al-Bukhaiti.

Flydubai rescue flight lands in Israel escorted by IAF aircraft, Netanyahu greets passengers

Flydubai passengers receive medical treatment from Saudis • Sa'ar speaks with UAE foreign minister following safe landing of flydubai passengers • Donald Trump to speak with Netanyahu

The flydubai rescue flight for hijacked flight FZ1073 lands in Israel on September 30, 2026.

UAE vice president visits Saudi Arabia in first visit since rift

UAE Vice President Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman discussed topics of mutual interest and ways to enhance cooperation and coordination.

Saudi Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman meets UAE Vice President and Deputy Prime Minister, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, September 29, 2026.

Yemen's Houthis threaten to strike Saudi bridges in retaliation for airstrikes - report

According to the source, Saudi Arabian airstrikes have targeted Yemeni bridges and other civilian infrastructure while claiming they were missile launch platforms.

 In this handout photo provided by Houthi Media Center, people inspect Al-Dalil Bridge following an aerial attack carried out by a Saudi war jet targeted it on September 26, 2026 in Ibb province, Yemen.

EU's Kallas pushes to reinforce Operation Aspides in the Red Sea amid Houthis attacks

The EU defense ministries are expected to discuss this issue on Monday. Another meeting is scheduled for October 12.

European Commission Vice President Kaja Kallas speaks during a news conference ahead of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, on September 21, 2026.

Saudi foreign minister arrives in Washington for talks with Rubio

Farhan's visit to the US comes after Yemen's Saudi-led coalition intercepted two ballistic missiles and two drones launched by the Houthis towards the kingdom, the coalition said.

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan departs the 81st United Nations General Assembly at UN headquarters in New York on September 22, 2026.

Houthis blame Saudi Arabia for strikes against Taiz market that killed seven, left 40 wounded

The attack, allegedly carried out by an F-15 squadron from Saudi Arabia, left 50 casualties between wounded and killed, the Houthis claimed.

Missiles are displayed during a military parade held by the Houthis, who are armed primarily by the IRGC.

Schools in Riyadh move to remote learning without warning amid renewed Saudi-Houthi tensions

The academic calendar shows that the current week was scheduled as a regular school week after the Saudi National Day holiday on September 23 and 24.

Smoke rises above Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, March 5, 2026

Saudi Arabia’s security needs expose limits of diplomacy, give Israel an opportunity - analysis

Bin Salman’s security strategy faces a major test as Houthi attacks expose alliance limits and highlight Israel’s intelligence and defense role.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman chairs the inaugural session of the Shura Council in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, September 10, 2025

Saudi coalition says it intercepts Houthi missiles, drones targeting Khamis Mushait, Riyadh

Hours before the Houthi attack, the military chiefs of Saudi Arabia and defense allies Pakistan ​and Turkey reviewed threats facing Saudi Arabia ​at a meeting in the Saudi capital.

Houthi activists stand on a platform against a banner depicting Houthi missiles, at an anti-Saudi rally amid an escalation with the kingdom, in Sanaa, Yemen, July 31, 2026.