Iran Denies Saudi Accusation Of Involvement In Houthi Attacks
Iran's foreign ministry has officially denied accusations from Saudi Arabia regarding its involvement in Houthi attacks on the kingdom. Tehran has reiterated its offer to mediate between the Houthis and Riyadh to help end hostilities.
Why it matters
The denial highlights the complex diplomatic tensions between Iran and Saudi Arabia and the ongoing regional proxy conflicts involving the 'Axis of Resistance'.
Iran's foreign ministry on Friday rejected Saudi Arabia's accusation that Tehran was involved in Houthi attacks on the kingdom, offering to mediate between the two sides."The Islamic Republic of Iran rejects any claim that Iran has played a role in Yemeni (Houthi) operations," foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said in a statement, reiterating Tehran's offer to act as a bridge between the Houthis and Riyadh.Baqaei said Tehran "has always been ready to use its good offices to help end the hostilities" and remained prepared to use "all its capacities for this purpose at the request…
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