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Iran's Yemen Calculus Complicated by Saudi-Pakistan-Turkey Defense Pact Warning
BBC Persian·IR · SA · PK·1 day ago
Houthi forces launched another attack on Saudi territory, continuing a pattern of cross-border strikes. Iran denies involvement, while EU Commission President von der Leyen condemns 'Iranian proxies' in the Gulf. The incident underscores ongoing regional instability and the unresolved proxy conflict.
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Houthi forces have escalated cross-border drone and missile attacks against Saudi military installations, including a key air base. Iran denies involvement, a claim assessed as likely rhetorical given documented proxy support. The direct impact on Saudi oil exports and broader regional oil flows remains uncertain.