Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have intensified with a notable resurgence of Houthi attacks against Saudi Arabia, targeting strategic infrastructure in the capital Riyadh and the port city of Yanbu. On Saturday, September 19, 2026, Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Sarea claimed responsibility for a series of operations using "ballistic and cruise missiles, as well as drones" that allegedly hit "military targets" in Riyadh and Saudi Aramco's facilities in Yanbu. These attacks, described by Sarea as a response to Saudi military operations in Yemen, notably targeted Riyadh airport, where explosions and black smoke were observed, and other "sensitive sites" in the capital, according to sources like dw.com and lemonde.fr. The escalation of hostilities quickly...
There is strong consensus between the West and East/South blocs: Houthi attacks are intensifying, with major targets like Riyadh airport, and the region is under tension. Western (Center-Left, Liberal) and East/South (Left/Kirchnerist, Communist/Pro-Government, Liberal Left) sources confirm these facts. Dissonance is limited, with one Western source (Center-Left /...
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