Houthis continue attacking Saudi Arabia, while Egypt emphasizes Saudi Arabia's importance to its security.

The entities involved

• Houthis →

  Yemeni Islamist organization

  • Houthis have tightened their siege on Taiz and gained control over the lifeline to Aden.15:04
  • Escalation of hostilities and restricted oil tanker movement in the Red Sea and Hormuz, alongside diplomatic talks between Iranian and Chinese officials.14:10
• Saudi Arabia →

  country in West Asia

  • The Middle East conflict is causing oil price increases and inflation, leading central banks to manage policy amid global pressures.15:42
  • The Saudi Green Initiative, part of Vision 2030, is being recognized for its restoration achievements by the UNCCD.15:38
• Egypt →

  country in Northeast Africa and Southwest Asia

  • Greece and Egypt are negotiating the extension of their Exclusive Economic Zones and maritime borders.15:25
  • A multi-country forum is scheduled to be held in Bashkortostan, with China, Armenia, Egypt, and Belarus among the expected attendees.14:39

Related events

• Houthis attacked Saudi Arabia while Egypt considered providing defensive aid to Saudi forces.Sat 16:44
• Saudi strikes are degrading Houthi military capabilities as regional conflict expands to involve Israel, Iraq, and Hezbollah.05:26
• Egypt prepared to offer broad support to Saudi Arabia amid the ongoing conflict in Yemen.Oct 15
• Houthis conducted military operations targeting Saudi-backed forces in Yemen.Aug 6
• Iran-backed Houthis, who control large parts of Yemen, launched a missile attack targeting Riyadh on September 18, 2026.Sep 20