Desperate MBS unable to stop Houthis militarily? Saudi Arabia to pay $1 billion & seek Iran’s help?

Is Saudi Arabia considering a costly deal to stop Houthi attacks after years of military confrontation? Reports suggesting Riyadh could offer the Houthis up to $1 billion and seek Iran’s help have raised questions about Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s strategy for securing the kingdom. Despite regional diplomacy and the reported ambitions of the Mecca Pact, Houthi capabilities and Tehran’s influence remain central to the security challenge facing Saudi Arabia. Could negotiations and financial incentives replace military pressure, or would such a deal strengthen the Houthis’ position? The reported proposal, its credibility and Iran’s potential role could shape the next phase of Middle East diplomacy.