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Saudi economy feels the squeeze
Saudi Arabia is mobilizing a growing network of military partners, including the UK, Turkey, Egypt and France, to defend its airspace and infrastructure against Houthi attacks.
Saudi Arabia is securing fresh military support as Houthi attacks threaten its airports, energy facilities and investment ambitions. The UK is adding fighter missions, while Egypt and Turkey weigh further commitments.
Riyadh now needs those promises to translate into protection, with deployment plans and parliamentary decisions still pending.
