Yemen's Houthis have warned that Saudi Arabia's oil facilities and other infrastructure could come under attack if the conflict between the two sides intensifies further. The threat signals a sharper turn in tensions after recent exchanges that targeted airports.
The latest warning comes amid what has been described as the biggest escalation since a truce in 2022. That truce had helped reduce cross-border attacks, but the recent strikes suggest the fragile calm has come under renewed pressure.
By pointing to oil sites and infrastructure, the Houthis raised the stakes beyond military targets and highlighted the potential economic impact of any wider confrontation. Such facilities are closely watched because attacks on them can affect regional stability as well as energy markets.
With both sides already trading strikes involving airports, the warning adds to concerns that the conflict could spread further unless tensions ease. The exchange underscores how quickly the situation between Yemen's Houthis and Saudi Arabia can deteriorate after periods of relative quiet.
