# Saudi Arabia short of options against Iran-aligned Houthis

https://mins.news/en/video/60058

- DW News, 2026-09-15 22:49 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kmvyDoqedgc

> The Iran-aligned Houthis are expanding their reach in Yemen and intensifying drone and missile attacks on neighboring Saudi Arabia, creating renewed security and economic pressures. The escalation could increase Iran’s regional leverage while threatening Red Sea shipping and oil exports.

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