Houthis hit Saudia Arabia, threatening further escalation

The Houthis, a Yemeni rebel group backed by Iran, launched attacks against Saudi Arabia over the weekend, threatening to further escalate tensions in the region. The attacks targeted the Saudi capital Riyadh, including the airport, prompting the US to warn its citizens to prepare for possible airspace closures. US President Donald Trump is reportedly weighing his options on Iran, with his comments suggesting a potential escalation in the conflict.

The Houthi attacks come amid stalled negotiations and rising energy prices, which are putting pressure on the US economy as the country approaches the midterms. Analysts suggest that Iran is employing a strategy of attrition, seeking to impose ongoing costs on its adversaries while regenerating what it loses in the process.

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