Saudis seek allies’ help as missile defenses run low in fight with Houthis, officials say

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   Saudi Arabia Seeks Allies' Aid Following Houthi Attacks

   Saudi Arabia is seeking military and intelligence support to counter escalating Houthi attacks. The kingdom has labeled an attempted strike on Mecca as a red line. Israel and Saudi Arabia are discussing intelligence sharing to mitigate the threat, though a Saudi official stated that Israeli assistance will not accelerate normalization between the two nations. Additionally, Burnham is considering military support for the Saudi effort in the war against the Houthis.

   Why it matters

   The Houthis are backed by Iran and have increased their offensive operations against Saudi targets. This security crisis is prompting unconventional diplomatic and military coordination among regional actors.

   What is confirmed

   • Saudi Arabia and Israel are discussing intelligence aid to counter Houthi attacks.
   • The Houthis are backed by Iran.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Kuwait is quietly moving toward Israel due to the Iranian threat.

   What to watch next

   • Confirmation of military support from Burnham
   • Formalization of intelligence sharing agreements between Israel and Saudi Arabia
   • Houthi response to the Mecca attack designation
   Sources used for this update (8)

   1. AP News — Saudi Arabia calls attempted attack on Mecca a 'red line' as Iran-backed Houthis deny they did it
   2. The Jerusalem Post — Israel and Saudi Arabia discuss intelligence aid amid growing Houthi attacks
   3. The Telegraph — Burnham considers military support for Saudi’s Houthi war
   4. blogs.timesofisrael.com — The Houthis Just Set Up Israel’s Checkmate. Here’s the Move.
   5. Daily Sabah — Israel shares Houthi intelligence with Saudi Arabia: Report
   6. The Jerusalem Post — Answer Saudi Arabia: Israel must take the opportunity presented by the Houthi attack - editorial
   7. i24news.tv — 'Israeli Aid Against The Houthis Will Not Advance Normalization,' Saudi Official Says
   8. israelhayom.com — Kuwait quietly moves toward Israel amid Iran threat
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