Iran Strikes U.S. Base in Saudi Arabia; Yemen's Houthis Target Israel
Iran launched a missile and drone attack on a U.S. military base in Saudi Arabia, injuring at least 10 American service members, while Yemen's Houthi rebels fired a missile toward Israel, marking their first direct involvement in the conflict.
Iran has escalated its military actions by launching a missile and drone attack on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, injuring at least 10 U.S. service members and damaging several refueling aircraft. Two soldiers sustained serious injuries. This marks another strike on the base, which had previously been targeted on March 1, resulting in the death of Army Sgt. Benjamin N. Pennington.
Simultaneously, Yemen's Houthi rebels fired a missile toward Israel, marking their first direct involvement in the conflict. The Israeli military intercepted the missile, and the Houthis claimed responsibility, stating the operation achieved its objectives.
These developments underscore the growing risk of a broader regional confrontation. The United States is preparing to deploy over 6,000 additional troops to the Middle East, including units from the 82nd Airborne Division and two Marine units. However, Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized that the U.S. could achieve its objectives without ground combat forces.
In response to the escalating conflict, Pakistan plans to host a quadrilateral meeting with Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Turkey to discuss the situation in the Middle East. Delegations are expected to arrive by Sunday evening, though their exact composition has yet to be confirmed.