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- Saudi Arabia has asked allied countries for air defence help as its missile interceptor stocks run low amid Houthi attacks.
- Officials said Riyadh contacted France, Britain, Pakistan and Egypt to deploy air defence systems against attacks by Houthis and Iran-backed groups.
- Saudi Arabia turned to other allies because the United States, its main weapons supplier, also faces a depleted interceptor stock after six months of war with Iran.
- Saudi Arabia earlier said it shot down a drone allegedly aimed at Mecca and warned that the city is a 'red line'.
- The situation matters because Saudi Arabia's ability to defend itself against further Houthi attacks may depend on whether these allied countries send help.
What to watch next
- Whether France, Britain, Pakistan or Egypt agree to deploy air defence systems in Saudi Arabia
- How far US interceptor supplies recover and whether Washington resumes regular support to Riyadh
- Whether Houthi attacks or attempts to target Mecca continue despite Saudi warnings
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