Saudi Arabia’s Grand Mufti has issued a rare call to front-line troops as fighting with the Houthis intensifies, urging soldiers to remain prepared and saying lives may be sacrificed defending the kingdom. Sheikh Saleh al-Fawzan also called for the Houthis’ “complete defeat” and restoration of Yemen’s recognised government. The intervention comes after weeks of missile, drone and airstrike exchanges, raising questions about Riyadh’s next move. Meanwhile, the Houthis have released footage displaying weapons reportedly seized from Saudi-backed forces. As both sides harden their rhetoric, could the escalating confrontation expand into a broader Saudi campaign?
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