Saudi Arabia urged to reconcile with UAE to drive back Houthi separatists in Yemen
Saudi Arabia is being urged to reconcile with the United Arab Emirates to form a united military alliance against the Iran-aligned Houthi separatists in Yemen.
The story so far
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Open questions and key claims
Houthi leader called previous Saudi claims of targeting Mecca a 'heinous lie'.
Saudi Arabia's foreign minister warned that the Houthi threat extends beyond his country's borders.
Riyadh is coordinating with Washington and other international partners to counter Houthi attacks.
France will send troops and military support to defend a key oil plant in Saudi Arabia.
France is sending troops, radars, and defense systems to protect the Yanbu oil terminal.
Rubio stated on X that discussions covered bilateral cooperation in Iran, Gaza, Sudan, and Yemen.
Baraa Shiban states that the UAE is unlikely to be allowed back into Yemen by Riyadh due to alignment with the STC.
Military chiefs from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey met in Riyadh to reaffirm their commitment to collective defence.
Who and where
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