Houthi leader Abdul Malik al-Houthi said Thursday that signs indicate Saudi Arabia is preparing for a full-scale escalation, and that the Houthis will respond in kind. Al-Houthi also claimed success in the group's 'siege for siege' campaign, stating it has damaged Saudi oil tankers, prevented their movement, forced the return of 16 ships, and shot down reconnaissance aircraft. The statement was posted by the Arabic Desk channel.
Houthi leader Abdul Malik al-Houthi issued a statement Thursday evening via the Arabic Desk channel, warning that Saudi Arabia is preparing for a full-scale escalation and vowing a reciprocal response. Al-Houthi claimed that the group's 'siege for siege' campaign has inflicted damage on Saudi oil tankers, forced 16 ships to turn back, and shot down reconnaissance aircraft. The statement did not specify a timeline for further action. The Arabic Desk is the source aligned with the Houthi movement. The claims are unverified by independent sources.
2 developments
- DevelopingHouthi official warns Saudi Arabia of economic retaliation over Yemen siege
- StrongHouthi spokesman warns Saudi airports targeted if blockade continues
- StrongHouthi leader warns Saudi oil facilities targeted if Riyadh joins 'comprehensive aggression' against Yemen
- DevelopingHouthi spokesperson says movement continues to defend sovereignty, break siege
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