On Thursday, Yemen’s Houthi forces launched dozens of ballistic missiles and drones targeting Saudi military installations in the Jazan region, according to FX Street. The coordinated attacks also extended to locations in Taif and Yanbu, as reported by the Saudi-led coalition.
The Saudi Civil Defence is responding to these assaults, which highlight ongoing hostilities in the region. The use of both ballistic missiles and drones indicates an escalation in the Houthi’s military capabilities and strategic reach within Saudi Arabia.
For Japanese investors, such developments in the Middle East can influence oil prices and regional stability, factors that remain crucial for global financial markets including FX and equities.