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Escalating Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and regional targets

Cooling off: 1 in the last 7 days Updated monday

The latest in this situation

  1. Conflict in Najran is causing security concerns and financial disruption for major banks.
  2. Trump suggested Erdoğan join counter-Houthi efforts amid attacks.
  3. Saudi Arabia uses Patriot systems to defend against Houthi attacks, alongside reports on its defense budget.
  4. Houthis declared Aramco facilities legitimate targets while threatening the Saudi capital.
  5. Attacks on Saudi airports escalate the conflict, straining the global energy industry.

How it started

Omani delegation holds talks in Tehran while Houthis attack Saudi ports and US forces conduct strikes and blockades.

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What happened

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Omani delegation holds talks in Tehran while Houthis attack Saudi ports and US forces conduct strikes and blockades.

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OmanHouthisSaudi Arabia

How it developed

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  1. Oman met with Houthi representatives to seek a two-week ceasefire talks.Sub-event
  2. US and Iran are nearing an interim peace deal amid Houthi attacks and Omani-brokered talks.1 source
  3. US Treasury Secretary talks with Iranians about a potential deal amidst Houthis targeting tankers.1 source
  4. Saudi Arabia utilizes Oman to mediate and contain the renewed conflict with the Houthis.1 source
  5. New developments include Saudi drone interceptions in Iraq and Iran holding talks with Saudi Arabia.1 source
  6. Baghaei reported talks between Iran and Oman, concurrent with Trump administration military strikes in Iran.1 source
  7. Houthis launched an attack on Aramco facilities on July 25, 2026.Sub-event
  8. Attacks target oil flows originating from Saudi ports, involving Houthis.Sub-event
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  1. Omani talks occur alongside Houthi attacks on Saudi ports and US military strikes.1 source

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