The Houthis have brought the Yemeni front back into the spotlight, intensifying missile and drone attacks on targets in Saudi Arabia.

The Yemeni group claimed on Sunday to have struck a Saudi Aramco facility in Jazan, while Saudi authorities confirmed that a fire had engulfed a company facility and that the flames had been extinguished without casualties. The cause of the fire has not been officially confirmed by the Saudi side. ([Al-Monitor][1])

The latest escalation has raised concerns about Saudi Arabia's security, as well as maritime traffic in the Red Sea and the strategic Bab el-Mandeb Strait. This sea route is one of the most important points for international trade and energy transport, and the threat of attacks on ships could force companies to change routes.

The Houthis have also claimed attacks on Saudi-backed forces in Yemen, using missiles and drones. Recent developments show that, despite numerous military strikes against them in recent months, the group continues to retain the capacity to launch attacks at considerable distances.

The United States and Britain have previously carried out military operations against Houthi infrastructure, while Israel has struck targets in Yemen. However, these operations have failed to eliminate the group's ability to operate.

The main risk now relates to the possibility that escalation could directly affect Saudi energy infrastructure and maritime transport. Any attack on a refinery, terminal or oil tanker could increase security and transport costs, while the threat to Bab el-Mandeb could have consequences for global supply chains.