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Why the US Warning on Saudi Airspace Signals a Wider War
The US Embassy in Riyadh warned of cancelled flights and a possible Saudi airspace closure after deadly Houthi strikes on Abha and Riyadh airports. Washington expects a wider war, and Saudi Arabia must escalate.
Oct 8, 20269 min read
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Mecca Pact Activated as Rubio Pledges Support to Riyadh Without Naming a Single Action
Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan invoked the Mecca Pact on October 5 as Rubio backed Riyadh’s right to defend itself but named no US action.
Oct 6, 20266 min read

Why the US Warning on Saudi Airspace Signals a Wider War