Saudis pound Yemen as Houthis solidify gains in new Middle East war front

Saudi Arabia intensified airstrikes in Yemen as Houthi forces continue to strengthen their position following a rapid offensive that has expanded Iran's influence in the region's ongoing conflict and further unsettled global oil markets. This escalation underscores the deepening geopolitical strife in the Middle East, with significant implications for regional stability and international energy security. The conflict's impact on oil supplies highlights the vulnerability of global markets to regional tensions.