Iran may not order every Houthi attack, but backing Yemen's rebels carries consequences
Attacks by Yemen 's Houthi rebels on Riyadh 's international airport and Saudi Aramco have exposed the strategic threat posed by a militia whose growing missile and drone capabilities have become a key part of Tehran's regional reach. The attacks have brought the war in Yemen directly into Saudi Arabia's capital and its oil-producing heartland, raising the stakes for the world's largest oil…
Recent attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels have exposed the strategic threat posed by a militia whose capabilities have expanded through Iranian military technology. The strikes on Riyadh's international airport and Saudi Aramco have brought the Yemeni conflict directly to the heart of Saudi Arabia, threatening critical infrastructure.
A deadly attack on the King Khalid International Airport killed at least 13 and wounded over 300, while another hit an Aramco facility in Dhahran, causing a fire but no casualties. The Houthis claimed responsibility for these attacks and threatened further strikes. Iranian involvement in the Houthi military capability is evident, as UN investigators and American assessments have documented strong links between Iranian weapons and Houthi systems.
However, it's not clear if Iran ordered every attack. Iran's strategic interest in the Houthis lies in their position near the Bab Al Mandeb strait, a vital shipping route. The attacks on Saudi Arabia carry significant consequences, disrupting aviation, threatening oil facilities, and raising regional security concerns. Iran has rejected being labeled a proxy force, insisting on a political solution to Yemen's crisis.
Nonetheless, the latest attacks highlight whether Iran will use its influence to curb a military force that jeopardizes Gulf security.
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