Houthi Threat to Mecca Sparks Regional Tensions | Global News

Saudi Arabia has declared Mecca a “red line” after accusing Houthi rebels in Yemen of attempting to strike the holy city, sparking regional alarm and condemnation from global Muslim nations. Though no military support has yet been offered under the new Saudi-Turkey-Pakistan defense pact — with Turkey and Pakistan saying they’ve received no formal request — leaders from both countries voiced solidarity. The Organization of Islamic Cooperation denounced the attack as a desecration of sacred sites, echoing past Houthi attempts on Mecca dating back to 2017. Meanwhile, Houthi claims of downing a Saudi F-15 remain unverified, while the U.S. avoids direct military involvement despite arms sales to Riyadh. Iran’s foreign minister, visiting China — a key buyer of Iranian oil — urged regional calm and hinted at openness to dialogue, as China offers mediation without direct intervention.

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