The BBC analysis indicates that Houthi rebels have recently escalated attacks on Saudi Arabia, particularly Saturday's strike on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. While physical damage can be quickly repaired, Saudi Arabia's reputation as a stable safe haven is being undermined. Houthi forces have also attempted to seize strategic locations along the Red Sea coast and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, further increasing security risks for this vital maritime passage. The analysis suggests this escalation should be viewed within the broader context of tensions between Iran, the United States, and Israel. The Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia's economic "soft underbelly" are aimed at causing global economic damage, serving as a key bargaining chip for Tehran.