Saudi Arabia is considering an offensive against Iran-backed Houthi militants in Yemen, with Reuters and other outlets citing preparations by regional and Western officials. The operation is expected to begin in the coming weeks, and officials say it aims to weaken Houthi control affecting shipping through the Red Sea.
Sources describe multiple possible operational approaches, including a coastal push to secure the Red Sea route and, alternatively, assaults on several fronts. Across reports, the plan is said to be led by Yemeni forces on the ground under Saudi oversight, with Saudi air strikes providing support. One outlet also reports that the effort could involve mobilizing more than 100,000 Yemeni troops, depending on the scale ultimately chosen.
While the outlets largely concur on the core facts—Saudi planning, expected timing, Yemeni ground leadership, and Saudi air support—differences mainly concern the emphasis on specific tactics and how large the deployment might be. The reporting does not provide details on a final decision or named commanders.
