Iran backs ‘political process’ to resolve Saudi-Houthi conflict

Tehran's foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, has expressed Iran's support for a political resolution to the ongoing conflict between Saudi Arabia and the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen. Speaking at the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation in Baghdad, Araghchi emphasized that Iran believes a comprehensive political process is the only viable and lasting solution to the issue. He reiterated Iran's willingness to act as a mediator between the two parties, although Saudi Arabia has yet to respond to this overture.

Araghchi also highlighted Iran's stance on the matter, stating that either they build security together or they will face insecurity together. He stressed Iran's readiness to cooperate with all its neighbors and allies in order to achieve regional stability and security. The Houthis, a Yemeni rebel group aligned with Iran, have been responsible for repeated attacks on Saudi targets, including critical infrastructure like energy facilities and the country's international airport, resulting in casualties.

Iran has previously denied involvement in these attacks, following Saudi accusations of Iranian encouragement.