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Saudi Arabia under fire fled: but where are its allies?

Saudi Arabia has built a network of military and technological alliances for decades to consolidate itself as an economic and geopolitical power in the Middle East. However, the recent escalation of attacks by the Hutti has tested their defenses and the ability of their partners to protect the kingdom. Although some allies have offered defensive military support, doubts remain as to how far they are willing to engage in a new regional escalation. Is Riad discovering the limits of his alliances? In France 24 we analyzed it.

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A missile hit Riyadh airport on Saturday and left at least 12 dead

A missile reached King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, leaving 12 dead and 309 injured, according to the Saudi Civil Aviation Authority. The Saudi-led coalition attributed the attack to the Iranian-backed Huti rebels. The airport suspended its operations and more than 600 flights were cancelled. The coalition promised to respond, while the United States assesses joining military operations against the Hutti.

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Live: Iran supports dialogue between Saudi Arabia and Yemen, following Hutti attacks on Riyadh

The Iranian Foreign Minister spoke with his Saudi counterpart and offered to facilitate a dialogue "with Yemen," in the first contact between the two countries since the current escalation between Riyadh and the Bhutti rebels supported by Tehran began. The militia claimed several attacks on Riyadh International Airport since Saturday, 10 October, including an offensive that left 13 dead and 309 injured, as well as attacks on Saudi energy facilities.

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12 killed and more than 300 injured in attacks by the Huti rebels on Riyadh airport

Saudi Arabia experienced the deadliest offensive in any Persian Gulf country since the beginning of the conflict in the Middle East, when a missile bombing of the Huti rebels, the third of the week on the same target, hit terminals 3 and 4 of King Khalid International Airport, also causing the cancellation of flights. Riyadh has promised to respond firmly, while the United States assesses joining the coalition against the Yemeni militias supported by Iran.

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Yemen's Huts Attack Saudi Arabian Airports · Global Voices

King Khalid International Airport suspended operations on 8 October following further attacks claimed by Yemen's Huti against Saudi Arabia. In response, Riyadh attacked command centres, missile and weapons systems and deposits in different cities. The attacks rekindle the fears of a further escalation of the regional conflict.

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Saudi Arabia and Yemeni Government Advance Operation Against Hutian Rebels

Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan agreed to immediately activate their joint defence pact and to prepare for the deployment of military forces and capabilities on Saudi territory, at a time when Riyadh is facing a further escalation of attacks by the Hutti of Yemen. A few weeks ago, the rebel group quickly advanced and took key positions in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, increasing tension in the region.

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Saudi Arabia accuses the Huti rebels of attacking the sacred city of Medina

The Riyadh-led coalition that faces the insurgent group said that it had directed an offensive with drones against a Medina power plant, one of the most sacred cities of Islam, an accusation that was answered by the Huti in turn denouncing Saudi attacks against Sana & apos; a and other cities of Yemen. It is the greatest escalation of tensions since the UN-mediated truce came into force in 2022.

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Trump and the Hutti: Can Saudi Arabia Press Washington?

Saudi Arabia seeks the support of Donald Trump in front of the Hutti in Yemen, but the White House has, for now, stopped a new military intervention. What pressure margin does Riad have on Washington? And what can the American President do about a conflict that threatens regional security and maritime routes? In this episode of East Express, we reviewed the history of the confrontation between the United States and the Hutti and analyzed the interests of Saudi Arabia and Trump's strategy with Sergio Castaño.

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Huties claim attacks on Riyadh; clashes in Yemen intensify

The Hutti of Yemen claimed attacks on the capital of Saudi Arabia. For the first time since the conflict began in July, the Saudi Government was forced to activate air strikes alerts throughout the country. In Yemeni territory, fighting also continues between the internationally recognized Government and the rebel group, threatening thousands of civilians.

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Alerts, flames and smoke in Riyadh: thus the escalation of the Hutti against Saudi Arabia advances

The residents of the Saudi capital woke up again in the morning of Sunday with an alert warning of a possible attack, followed by two strong explosions. The Huti movement of Yemen was attributed on Saturday, 19 September, to an offensive against strategic sites in the Saudi capital, where explosions were heard during the night for the first time since the resumption of hostilities between Riyadh and these pro-Iranian combatants.