https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/saudi-arabia-has-few-options-as-houthis-aim-at-heart-of-its-ambitionsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/saudi-arabia-has-few-options-as-houthis-aim-at-heart-of-its-ambitionshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/saudi-arabia-has-few-options-as-houthis-aim-at-heart-of-its-ambitions#u121533Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:51:07 +0000Saudi Arabia faces mounting regional pressure as Houthi drone and missile barrages target its vital infrastructure, including airports and energy facilities. Despite maintaining a massive military budget and advanced defense systems, the kingdom struggles to contain the strikes originating from neighboring Yemen. The persistent attacks have disrupted flights and tested infrastructure, raising the risk of a wider regional conflict. Analysts expect Riyadh to ramp up its military response, though officials face stark and limited choices as the conflict intensifies.Why it mattersThe recent escalat