Saudi Arabia seeks air defense help from allies as interceptor stockpile depletes against Houthis

Saudi Arabia has requested assistance from France, Britain, Pakistan, and Egypt to deploy air defense systems against Houthi missiles and drones from Yemen, according to AP News citing regional sources. The kingdom's interceptor missile stockpile has been depleted from ongoing fighting with the Houthis. Saudi Arabia faces a "very difficult situation" as it must simultaneously defend military bases, vital government facilities, and oil installations across the country. Despite efforts to enlist allies for a joint response, there are no signs yet that it will receive military assistance.