Mecca's Red Line: A Warning Shot Across the Gulf The news from Saudi Arabia has sent shockwaves across the Middle East and beyond.
The kingdom claims that Iran backed Houthis attempted to attack Islam's holiest city, Mecca, drawing condemnation from across the region.
At its core, the accusation is a straightforward one: the Houthis deny targeting Mecca, insisting their operations focused on Saudi oil facilities and military bases.