France Deploys Troops to Protect Saudi Arabia's Oil Facilities from Houthi Attacks

French President Emmanuel Macron announced that his country will send military assistance to Saudi Arabia to protect its oil facilities from Houthi rebel attacks. The move comes as a response to growing concerns about the flow of oil from the region, which France and Europe rely heavily on.

The Yanbu oil facility is a key installation in Saudi Arabia's energy infrastructure, and Macron stated that he would send 'an unspecified number of troops and equipment' to protect it. The French leader emphasized that the aim was not to get involved in any conflicts but rather to 'protect this site.'

The decision follows a series of Houthi attacks on Saudi oil infrastructure, including drone strikes and missile launches. Macron's announcement came after two waves of Houthi attacks were claimed by the group, which also struck Riyadh.