Italy condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, Yemeni government; urges Red Sea navigation security

Italy's foreign minister issued a statement condemning Houthi attacks against Saudi Arabia and the Yemeni government, emphasizing the need to preserve freedom of navigation in the Red Sea and Bab al-Mandeb Strait. The statement is diplomatic rhetoric, not a policy shift, but signals continued Western concern over Houthi maritime threats. No new military or economic measures were announced.