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Iran backed Houthis seize Jawf

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Iran-backed Houthi forces advanced in Al Jawf, overran Saudi-trained Yemeni troops and claimed strikes on Saudi oil and military sites, plunging Riyadh into a crisis.

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Rapid Houthi advances in Yemen pose massive strategic risks for Saudi Arabia in the Gulf
Rapid Houthi advances in Yemen pose massive strategic risks for Saudi Arabia in the Gulf
Not only has it all but unraveled a 2022 truce but the seizure of territory next to the Red Sea has further threatened Saudi energy exports
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September 17, 2026 at 4:24 AM
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Saudi Arabia is reportedly running low on missile interceptors and has turned to regional and Western allies for assistance as its confrontation with Houthis drags on
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Saudis seek allies' help as missile defenses run low in fight with Houthis, officials say
Saudi Arabia is running low on missile interceptors and has turned to regional and Western allies for assistance as its standoff with Houthi rebels in Yemen drags on.
apnews.com
September 16, 2026 at 7:35 PM
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On way to US, #SouthKorea FM says no decision on military deployment to #StraitOfHormuz

"We will prioritize international cooperation while giving foremost consideration to the safety of our people and freedom of navigation"

#Iran #IranWar
September 17, 2026 at 5:16 AM
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"The Houthis reassured the US [officials] that the ceasefire agreement between the two sides struck in 2025 still held and the movement had no intention of attacking US shipping in the Red Sea. Only Saudi-linked shipping was regarded as a target owing to its blockade of Yemen."
US officials decide against backing Saudi Arabia in Yemen after meeting Houthi leaders
Armed group appears to reach agreement with Trump administration over safety of Red Sea shipping
www.theguardian.com
September 16, 2026 at 3:24 PM

Reposted by Marc Lynch

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The impacts of the Iran war will intensify in the form of huge jumps in the prices of gasoline and diesel, analysts predict.

Attacks on Saudi Arabia’s East-West pipeline threaten to elevate what had been a shipping crisis into a broader disruption of oil.
Analysts predict gas price jump, long disruption from damaged pipeline
The forecast of economic impacts beyond November’s midterms contrast with the Trump administration’s optimistic messaging.
www.washingtonpost.com
September 16, 2026 at 8:30 PM
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Officials: 14 #Russia spy satellites passed over US military base in #SaudiArabia days before #Iran carried out a damaging strike

March 27 attack, involving at least one missile and several drones, wounded 12 US service members and destroyed or damaged several warplanes

#IranWar
September 16, 2026 at 9:30 AM

Reposted by Marc Lynch

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SCOOP: Israeli intelligence officials do not favor entering war against Houthis at this point, or launching preemptive strikes in #Yemen. Details @almonitor.bsky.social www.al-monitor.com/originals/20...
Lacking deterrence, Israel’s security establishment opposes attacks on Houthis
Senior Israeli intelligence sources told Al-Monitor that Israel seeks to avoid involvement in the conflict between the Houthis and Saudi Arabia, despite concerns that Yemen could further unravel and t...
www.al-monitor.com
September 16, 2026 at 2:53 PM
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Iran Drone and Missile Attack Hit U.S. Vessel In Strait of Hormuz, Fox News Reveals www.yahoo.com/news/us/arti...
NEW: Iran Drone and Missile Attack Hit U.S. Vessel In Strait of Hormuz, Fox News Reveals
"One of the projectiles struck the vessel and caused minor injuries, including smoke inhalation. The injured are being treated in a Gulf country. Some 'U.S. personnel' were onboard."
www.yahoo.com
September 16, 2026 at 7:52 PM
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#Iran missile and drone strikes on camps and bases of Iranian Kurdish groups in northern #Iraq in past 48 hours

No casualties so far

#IranWar
September 16, 2026 at 9:36 AM
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“We have two major waterways obstructed, active attacks, Iran escalating attacks, proxies being active and no signs of diplomatic talks,” Ms. Bakr said. “It’s a disastrous situation when you’re looking at it from an energy security angle.”
Global Oil Prices Could Hit Highest Levels in Months After Saudi Pipeline Attacks
Estimates vary on how long it could take before a crucial pipeline is repaired, but a prolonged shutdown could push oil prices to their highest levels in months.
www.nytimes.com
September 16, 2026 at 11:54 AM

Reposted by David Darmofal

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Saudi Arabia is seeking to return about half the capacity of its cross-country oil pipeline within days after the link was halted last week following drone attacks www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Saudis Seek to Resume Half of Key Oil Pipeline Within Days
Saudi Arabia is seeking to return about half the capacity of its cross-country oil pipeline within days after the link was halted last week following drone attacks, a person familiar with the matter s...
www.bloomberg.com
September 16, 2026 at 5:41 PM
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5 sources: US officials met representatives of #Yemen ’s #Houthis in #Oman over the weekend

Meeting at US Embassy in Muscat - Oman government helped organize

#IranWar #SaudiArabia
September 16, 2026 at 12:53 PM
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He's got nothing
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AP: “.. the Saudis have asked France, Britain, Pakistan and Egypt to deploy air-defense support to the region ..

.. because Saudi Arabia’s main ally and arms supplier, the United States, has seen its own stock of interceptors dwindle ..”

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apnews.com/article/yeme...
September 17, 2026 at 1:26 AM

Reposted by Aaron Sojourner

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AP: “.. the Saudis have asked France, Britain, Pakistan and Egypt to deploy air-defense support to the region ..

.. because Saudi Arabia’s main ally and arms supplier, the United States, has seen its own stock of interceptors dwindle ..”

@apnews.com
apnews.com/article/yeme...
September 17, 2026 at 12:52 AM
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#SaudiArabia warns security of #Mecca is “red line” and it will take necessary deterrent measures

#Yemen 's #Houthis: "Claims about targeting Mecca are a worn-out lie that has been used before and no longer fools anyone"

#IranWar
September 16, 2026 at 7:08 AM
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Oil Prices Jump as Attacks Choke Off Saudi Energy Supply www.nytimes.com/2026/09/13/b...
Oil Prices Jump as Attacks Choke Off Saudi Energy Supply
Traders sold oil futures on concerns that energy supplies from the Persian Gulf would be further diminished by a drone attack on a critical pipeline in Saudi Arabia.
www.nytimes.com
September 16, 2026 at 7:50 AM