On 12 September 2026, Saudi Arabia confronted mounting security threats from Iran and its proxies, including Houthi advances threatening Red Sea shipping and drone attacks attributed to Iraqi militias that forced pipeline closures. Regional tensions have severely restricted Riyadh's strategic options.
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Saudi Arabia has few options as it faces mounting threats from Iran and its allies AP News
A lightning advance by Houthi rebels threatens a crucial Red Sea shipping route. Drone attacks blamed on Iraqi militias have forced the closure of a major pipeline, and Iran is still disrupting the Strait of Hormuz.