Saudi Arabia strikes Yemen port, accuses UAE of arms smuggling to Houthis; UAE denies, tensions rise.

Saudi Arabia attacked a port in Mukalla, Yemen, accusing Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, of smuggling weapons to separatist organizations and Houthi rebels. The country described the actions as "dangerous" and destabilizing. The UAE disputes any involvement, claiming that its operations in Yemen are intended to counter extremism and promote stability. Tensions between two important Gulf allies have significantly increased as a result of the incident, raising questions about the future of the Saudi-led coalition's Yemen strategy and regional security. To defuse the conflict, diplomatic efforts are still in progress.