West Asia is witnessing another dangerous escalation after a major Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia left 58 soldiers dead and 11 civilians injured, according to Saudi coalition authorities. The strike has intensified fears of a broader regional conflict, with Riyadh warning that intelligence points to the possibility of a larger coordinated assault targeting strategic infrastructure. Saudi officials said civilians from four different nationalities were among those injured in the attack, including a four-year-old child who suffered second-degree burns. The Houthis have claimed responsibility for the Najran Airport strike, describing it as part of their ongoing campaign against Saudi military and strategic targets. Meanwhile, Saudi intelligence has reportedly warned of an IRGC-backed plan targeting energy facilities, airports and ports, raising concerns over the security of vital Gulf infrastructure. WATCH

Saudi Arabia has officially drawn a firm red line. In a stunning geopolitical move, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) has reportedly rejected an ultimatum regarding the normalization of relations with Israel, putting the Palestinian issue squarely back at the center of Middle East diplomacy.