Saudi Arabia will have to respond to Houthi airport attack – but the choices are stark

The Houthi movement has conducted a series of attacks on Saudi Arabian airports and energy infrastructure, marking one of the deadliest escalations on Saudi soil in over a decade. In response to the ongoing conflict, the Saudi government recently launched a major offensive to support Yemeni forces against the Iran-allied group. The situation has prompted significant regional and international concern regarding the potential for further instability.

China has formally condemned the attacks, expressing serious concern over the violence. Beijing has urged all relevant parties to exercise restraint and avoid actions that could lead to further regional escalation.