Washington and Houthis seek Saudi alignment
The article discusses the military and political developments around the Bab al-Mandeb Strait in Yemen, where the Houthis control the island of Mayun and the surrounding areas. This increases the risks of disrupting navigation in the Red Sea and threatens the security of Saudi Arabia and the region overall. Reports indicate that the United States limits its involvement to intelligence support and targeted actions rather than conducting direct strikes, aiming to reduce military costs and ensure the uninterrupted passage of ships. Conversely, Saudi Arabia faces pressure from Iran and the Houthis and is working to expand its security margin through the Mecca Agreement with Turkey and Pakistan, in an effort to reduce reliance on Washington. The American stance seeks to balance support for Riyadh with concerns over escalating tensions, while Saudi Arabia is striving to establish an regional security umbrella to prevent a strategic catastrophe in the area, especially amidst increasing Iranian and Houthi influence around the Bab al-Mandeb Strait.
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