The New Makkah Coalition, composed of several Arab and Islamic countries, recently issued a statement criticizing Iran for the repeated Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia. This coalition emphasized that the Houthis' assaults on Saudi Arabia's critical infrastructure pose a serious threat to regional security.
Details of Houthi Attacks
The Houthis, a Yemeni group supported by Iran, have increased their attacks on Saudi Arabia in recent months. According to reports, these attacks include missile launches and the use of drones targeting oil facilities and other vital infrastructure in Saudi Arabia. For instance, last month, a missile attack was carried out on the Al-Sharara oil field, which has a daily production capacity of 300,000 barrels.
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Security and Economic Consequences
The New Makkah Coalition emphasizes that these attacks not only jeopardize Saudi security but could also have widespread economic repercussions for countries and markets in the region. Saudi Arabia, as one of the largest oil producers in the world with a daily production capacity of 10.5 million barrels, plays a key role in the global energy market. Any disruption in this country could lead to rising oil prices and fluctuations in the global market.
In response to these threats, the member countries of the New Makkah Coalition announced that they would continue their security cooperation and strengthen their defensive capabilities against these threats. They also stressed the need for a decisive response to the actions of the Houthis and Iran.
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