Saudi Arabia faces Houthi drone threat near Mecca as US declines

Saudi air defenses intercepted a Houthi drone south of Mecca on Tuesday, prompting a 'red line' warning from the coalition. Meanwhile, the US decided not to back Saudi Arabia after meeting Houthi leaders in Oman, citing assurances on Red Sea shipping.

🐿️ Saudi Arabia's red line on Mecca security is undermined by the US stepping back, leaving Riyadh to counter Houthi advances alone.