GCC condemns Houthi missile, drone attacks on Saudi Arabia as perilous escalation
The Gulf Cooperation Council issued a statement condemning recent Houthi missile and drone attacks on Saudi Arabia, calling them a flagrant violation of sovereignty and a threat to regional stability. The attacks mark a continued pattern of cross-border strikes, but the GCC's collective condemnation signals heightened regional concern. The incident underscores ongoing tensions in the Yemen conflict and potential risks to Saudi infrastructure.
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Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia Escalate; France Deploys Military to Yanbu
Houthi forces have escalated cross-border attacks, launching ballistic missiles and drones deep into Saudi Arabia, targeting critical energy infrastructure in Yanbu and Taif, and military sites in Jazan and Riyadh. Saudi air defenses have intercepted these projectiles. France has responded by deploying troops, radar, and air defense systems to protect the Saudi oil port of Yanbu, marking a significant European military commitment to regional security.