Houthi strikes hit Mecca, Jeddah, Taif; Saudi 'Mecca Pact' allies fail to respond

Houthi attacks triggered alerts in Mecca, Jeddah, and Taif, marking a significant escalation against Saudi territory. The 'Mecca Pact' defense agreement with Turkey and Pakistan, signed last month, has not produced military support, with allies only issuing condemnations. This exposes a strategic impasse for Riyadh and raises questions about the pact's credibility.