Saudi Arabia faces tough choices as Houthis gain in Yemen

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Houthi forces injured 13 people in attacks on Saudi Arabia on Monday night, bringing the total injured since July to approximately 100, while also allegedly targeting the East-West oil pipeline. The escalating conflict in Yemen exposes Saudi Arabia's vulnerability, forcing Riyadh to balance deterrence with diplomacy amid Houthi advances that threaten global oil supply.

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Saudi Arabia faces growing security and economic problems as it seeks to balance deterrence and diplomacy amid an escalating conflict with the Iran-backed Houthis in neighboring Yemen.

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