Saudi minister warns of Houthi global threat

Saudi Arabia's foreign minister warned that the threat from Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis extends beyond the kingdom, prompting calls for international cooperation to protect critical shipping routes after Saudi intercepts of six missiles aimed at its cities. The Houthis pose a risk to regional and global security by threatening the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a vital waterway connecting the Red Sea to international trade routes. While Saudi Arabia emphasizes its ability to defend itself, it continues coordinating with the U.S. and international partners amid increasing Houthi advances in Yemen.

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