Gulf conflict escalates as Houthi attacks threaten regional security

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The Saudi-led coalition says it intercepted a drone over Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province, while the Houthis have claimed attacks near Riyadh and Aden, including an alleged strike targeting King Khalid International Airport. Reports say recent attacks have caused significant casualties and injuries, and the United States has restricted government employees’ use of Saudi airports without authorization. Maritime authorities continue to rate the threat to commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz as severe, while reported US planning for possible strikes against Iranian energy and nuclear sites raises the risk of a broader regional war and further disruption to global energy markets.

Sources: Anadolu Ajansı, The Indian Express, Al Jazeera