Saudi Arabia intercepts four drones as Egypt weighs defensive support
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia said on Saturday that it had intercepted a fresh wave of incoming drones, as its ally Egypt weighed sending the kingdom help in defending against repeated attacks from Yemen’s Houthis.
Saudi Arabia intercepted four drones on Saturday, as Egypt considered providing defensive support against frequent attacks from Yemen's Houthi rebels. The Saudi-led coalition supporting Yemen's recognized government said the intercepted drones targeted oil installations, tankers, and transit hubs, including Riyadh's airport, resulting in 13 deaths.
Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi stated that his nation was open to any measure to protect Saudi Arabia, but emphasized that it does not seek to intervene in regional conflicts. Egypt's role mainly focuses on Red Sea maritime security. The country's parliament held an emergency session at Sisi's request on Sunday. The relentless Houthi strikes have prompted foreign embassies to advise citizens against using Saudi airports or visiting the country.
Saudi Arabia blames Iran for the Houthi escalation, a claim Tehran denies. Iran offers to mediate the conflict, but Yemen's Foreign Minister rejects such an offer, stating Iran is a party to the war against Yemenis and not a mediator.
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