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Saudi Arabia accuses Iran of fueling Houthi escalation
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Firstpost•15-10-2026, 19:57
Saudi Arabia accuses Iran of fueling Houthi escalation
- •Saudi Arabia accused Iran of encouraging the Houthis and helping them acquire advanced military technology including ballistic missiles and attack drones.
- •The Saudi foreign ministry stated that Tehran continues to arm, train, and support the Houthi militia in violation of UN Security Council resolutions.
- •Riyadh revealed that the Houthis recently refused an invitation to meet for peace talks in Muscat, Oman.
- •The Saudi-led coalition reported intensified Houthi attacks targeting civilian facilities and energy infrastructure, including airports and oil sites.
Key Questions Answered
Saudi Arabia accused the Houthis of acquiring advanced military technology, including ballistic missiles, attack and suicide drones, and fast explosive-laden boats, with the assistance of regional actors.
Saudi officials alleged that Iran continues to arm, train, and support the Houthi militia in violation of UN Security Council resolutions and is encouraging their latest escalation, though Iranian and Saudi foreign ministers have held phone conversations to discuss regional tensions and de-escalation efforts.
Saudi Arabia stated that it remains in direct communication with Iran and that Riyadh attempted to arrange a meeting with the Houthis in Muscat, Oman, but the group declined.
