Tensions between Saudi Arabia and Yemen’s Houthi movement are escalating after the Houthis claimed fresh attacks targeting Riyadh airport and military facilities, including Khamis Mushait Air Base and Jazan Naval Base. In response, the Saudi-led coalition reportedly destroyed Houthi missile launchers in Sanaa, raising fears of further retaliation. The latest developments put Saudi Arabia’s air defences and critical infrastructure back in focus as the regional confrontation intensifies. With both sides reporting military operations, questions are mounting over whether the exchange could trigger a wider escalation. How far will the Saudi-Houthi confrontation go, and what comes next for Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman?
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