Saudis Step Up Yemen War, Deploy National Guard
Saudi Arabia starts a new military operation in Yemen and deploys its National Guard.
Asia
As Saudis Bomb Yemen, Iran Just Has to Sit Back
Doubts about the kingdom’s ability to meet its stated objectives in Yemen are growing.
Russia Risks Proxy Arms Race with S-300 Delivery
The delivery of the missile system could compel America to bolster its support for Arab states.
America Speeds Up Arms to Arabs Fighting in Yemen
The United States expedite weapons deliveries to allies fighting Iranian-backed rebels in Yemen.
Iran Hails Nuclear Deal as Step Toward Improved Relations
Iran’s president says he hopes a nuclear agreement will lead to broader rapprochement with the West.
Despite Saudi Airstrikes, Yemen Rebels Enter Aden
Abd Rabbuh Mansur Hadi’s last stronghold seems on the verge of falling into Houthi rebel hands.
Warships Shell Aden, Saudis’ Yemen Strategy Becomes Clearer
Arab strikes could drive a wedge the Houthis and Saleh loyalists, making a ground invasion less likely.
Houthis, Saudis Clash on Border, Arabs Deploy Navy
Egypt and Saudi Arabia deploy warships to the Red Sea after a second night of bombing in Sana’a.
Egyptian-Saudi Invasion of Yemen Imminent: Officials
Arab states plan to invade once airstrikes have weakened Abd Rabbuh Mansur Hadi’s opponents.
Airstrikes Deepen Iranian-Saudi Proxy War in Yemen
Saudi Arabia launches airstrikes against Houthi rebels in Yemen to restore its recognized president.
Houthis Press South, Analysts Say Assault on Aden Unlikely
While Yemen’s Houthi rebels advance, an assault on the remnant government in Aden is unlikely.
Saudis Vow Measures Against Iran’s “Aggression” in Yemen
The kingdom’s foreign minister says it will take “necessary measures” if diplomacy fails.
America Is Starting to Pivot on the Shia-Sunni Divide
Rapprochement with Iran will upset America’s allies but ultimately help it advance its strategic goals.
Yemen Power Struggle Worsens, Fighting in Aden
Yemen’s president faces opposition from Iranian-backed rebels as well as his predecessor.
Exit Polls Put Israel’s Netanyahu Within Reach of Majority
Israel’s conservative prime minister is more likely to put together a majority than his left-wing rivals.