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Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia reportedly based on intelligence provided by Iran
The Jerusalem Post • • world
Key Points:
- Recent drone and missile attacks by Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi militants on Saudi Arabia are reportedly based on intelligence provided by Iran, according to The Wall Street Journal and former Israeli defense official Danny Citrinowicz.
- Citrinowicz emphasized that Iran's relationship with the Houthis is one of strategic cooperation, aimed at harming Saudi Arabia and influencing oil prices, rather than a simple client-patron dynamic.
- The Houthis have intensified attacks, including a strike on Saudi Arabia's presidential palace killing five, and an assault on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport resulting in 17 deaths and over 300 injuries.
- The Soufan Center highlighted that these attacks serve Iran's goal of projecting power in the region, despite Iranian officials denying direct involvement with the Houthis.
- Yemen expert Adam Baron confirmed that the Houthis' recent military advances are undeniably supported by Iran and allied actors, enabling their rapid gains.
