The Houthi movement threatened Friday evening that it prefers confrontation with the United States, Britain, and Israel over confrontation with Saudi Arabia, according to a Ynet report. The statement comes amid heightened regional tensions and follows similar threats from Houthi officials.
The Houthi movement issued a fresh threat Friday evening, stating it prefers confrontation with the United States, Britain, and Israel over a confrontation with Saudi Arabia, according to a report by Ynet. The statement echoes a threat made earlier Friday by Houthi political bureau member Muhammad al-Bukhaiti, who said the group prefers confrontation with the US, Britain, and 'Zionist entities' over Saudi Arabia, as The Zioneer reported. The Houthis have escalated rhetoric in recent weeks, threatening Saudi airports and infrastructure, and warning airlines against flying over Saudi airspace. The latest threat comes amid ongoing regional tensions and US-led coalition operations in the Red Sea.
3 developments
- DevelopingSaudi Arabia warns Houthis: 'We will respond forcefully to any attempt to harm the kingdom'
- StrongHouthi-affiliated channel threatens war against Saudi Arabia, calls for attacks on Mecca and Medina
- StrongHouthis threaten to strike Saudi oil facilities, warn of 'short time' for Riyadh to lift blockade
- StrongUN spokesman warns Houthi blockade risks wider regional conflict
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