Italy and Rome backed a rebellion in Northern Hejaz, supporting a Yemeni faction against Saudi interests.

The entities involved

• Italy →

  country in southern Europe

  • Macron launched a new initiative within the EPC framework, with Meloni leading Italy's participation, focusing on EU Drug Strategy.19:07
  • High-level international policy discussions were held in Europe, focusing on geopolitical tensions regarding Taiwan's status.18:58
• Yemen →

  country in West Asia

  • Iran-backed Houthi rebels are active in Yemen while Bank of Baroda published a research report.18:27
  • Ahmed Attaf held talks regarding crises in Sudan, Libya, and Yemen, while Algeria reaffirmed its readiness to be a key partner.15:24
• Saudi Arabia →

  country in West Asia

  • A minister spoke at a BNP Paribas conference held in London.18:42
  • Saudi Arabian defense company is expanding industry cooperation with Türkiye to localize defense production.16:43

Related events

• Houthi forces are gaining control of parts of Yemen and conducting attacks against civilian ships and objects amid a wider regional conflict.Aug 26
• Iran-allied Houthi rebels are advancing along the Yemeni coast.Sep 11
• Hezbollah voiced support for Yemeni retaliatory operations.Sep 8
• Saudi Arabia sought covert support from Damascus regarding the ongoing conflict involving the Houthis in Yemen.Sep 19