# Russia helps Iran, Houthis launch drone at Mecca and more | Experts on Iran

https://mins.news/en/video/65746

- CNN, 2026-09-19 19:00 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27CF9C4aeqE

> This week’s Iran war developments included a downed and rescued airman speaking out, a Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia and reports that Russia is helping Iran fight the US with spy satellites. CNN asked experts about these and other events, including the canceled talks on reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

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