Israel Supplies Saudi Arabia with Intelligence Help Against Houthi Attacks

Israel and Saudi Arabia have been holding talks to help Riyadh defend against Houthi attacks, with Israeli intelligence support being provided to assist in this effort. The discussions were mediated by the US Central Command, and focused on building a broader intelligence picture of Houthi deployments and potential future operations.

The Houthis have stepped up their attacks on Saudi oil infrastructure and other targets, while advancing along Yemen's Red Sea coast and around the Bab al-Mandab Strait. This has led to increased tensions in the region, with Israel's assistance seen as a key factor in helping Saudi Arabia bolster its defenses.

Israel had previously helped the US build intelligence on Iranian forces around the Strait of Hormuz, demonstrating capabilities that could also be applied to support Saudi Arabia. The talks between Israel and Saudi Arabia are part of a broader effort to counter Houthi aggression and maintain regional stability.