French Opposition Parties Reject Macron's Plan to Deploy Troops to Saudi Arabia
President Macron announced deployment of French military assets, including soldiers, radars, and defense systems, to protect the Saudi oil terminal at Yanbu on the Red Sea from Houthi attacks. Opposition parties Rassemblement National and La France Insoumise have voiced opposition, signaling domestic political friction over the mission. The move marks a significant French military commitment in the region, with unclear parliamentary approval and potential escalation risks.
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Houthi Ballistic Missile & Drone Attacks on Saudi Arabia; French Military Deployment
Houthi forces have launched multiple ballistic missile and drone attacks deep into Saudi Arabia, targeting critical energy infrastructure in Yanbu and military sites in Jazan, and claiming strikes on Riyadh and Saudi Aramco facilities. Saudi air defenses have intercepted several projectiles, but the attacks represent a significant escalation in Houthi capabilities and intent. France has confirmed the deployment of troops, radar, and air defense systems to Saudi Arabia, specifically to protect the Yanbu oil port and secure Red Sea energy routes, marking a notable increase in international military involvement.