Reuters: Saudi Arabia has turned to Iran and China

Just now September 17, 2026 1 min read 📰 ISNA

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China has requested Iran to leverage its influence over the Houthi group, Ansar Allah, to de-escalate tensions in the Red Sea and Bab el-Mandeb. This comes after Saudi Arabia sought help from China due to increased attacks by the Houthis. The situation highlights the shifting alliances and the complexities of regional security dynamics.

Reuters reported, citing three informed sources, that China has privately asked Iran to use its influence over Ansar Allah to reduce tensions in the Red Sea and Bab el-Mandeb. This request was made after Saudi Arabia sought assistance from Beijing following the escalation of recent attacks and advances by Ansar Allah.

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📍 Iran 100 📍 China 100 📍 Saudi Arabia 100 🏢 Houthis 100 👤 Ansar Allah 75 👤 Beijing 69 📌 OFAC Program: IRAN 🏢 Reuters 📌 Escalation 📍 Sistan 👤 Vance 👤 source 👤 Ansarallah 👤 informed source

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