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World · October 20, 2026

Why Does Saudi Arabia Struggle to Stop Houthi Attacks?

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Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi is seeking parliamentary authorization to deploy military forces for the defensive protection of Saudi Arabia following intensified Houthi rebel attacks on Saudi infrastructure. While Egypt has historically avoided recent regional military conflicts, the government cites a commitment to Gulf security and the protection of Islamic holy sites. The proposal has faced some internal opposition regarding the scope and risks of the mission, while analysts suggest the move is necessary to maintain regional influence and fill a perceived vacuum left by a lack of U.S. military intervention against the Houthis.

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  • President al-Sisi requested parliamentary approval to authorize the military to help defend Saudi Arabia.
  • The proposed mission is described by Egypt as defensive in nature.
  • Under the Egyptian Constitution, the president must consult the National Defense Council and obtain two-thirds approval from Parliament for foreign combat missions.
  • The Egyptian Social Democratic Party instructed its bloc to abstain due to concerns over mission scope and risk.
  • Saudi Arabia recently signed a joint defense agreement with Turkey and Pakistan known as the Mecca Accords.

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  • A retired brigadier suggested that Egypt owes military support to Gulf states because they have invested billions of dollars in Egypt.
  • The parliamentary vote on the resolution was postponed from its initial expected date to a following Monday.
  • Analysts suggest the threat to Saudi Arabia includes not just Houthis, but also Iran, Iraqi militias, and internal sleeper cells.

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