Saudi Arabia struggles against Houthi attacks
Saudi Arabia faced difficulties in countering the Houthi attacks despite spending over $80 billion in 2024 to enhance its military capabilities. Recent missile and drone strikes, especially the targeting of King Khalid Airport in Riyadh, revealed weaknesses in the air defense systems. Although the kingdom possesses the latest weapons and advanced defense systems, such as Patriot and THAAD, the complex attacks resulted in hundreds of deaths and injuries, disrupted operations, and posed risks to vital infrastructure. Investigations indicate that the Houthis employed sophisticated tactics, such as saturation of radar systems and launching maneuverable warheads, which managed to breach Saudi defenses. These challenges are compounded by the vastness of the area and threats from multiple sources. The kingdom continues to rely on American support and is developing both military and diplomatic options to stop these attacks.
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