Houthis & Khawaja Asif

Houthis: The Houthis have attacked Saudi Arabia, and the pact may be partly aimed at deterring such attacks. It could escalate conflict with the Houthis and their backers.

Khawaja Asif: Pakistan's Defence Minister reportedly called for Muslim unity against Israel, adding an adversarial dimension to the pact and potentially escalating regional tensions.

Houthis: The Houthis carried out the deadly attack on the Yemen — Tihamah, killing six and injuring others, and have escalated attacks on shipping and Saudi targets. Their actions have disrupted global shipping and raised the risk of a wider regional conflict.

Khawaja Asif: Pakistan's defense minister expressed optimism about a deal, but this is a minor diplomatic note.

Houthis: Houthis have attacked Saudi oil facilities and shipping, expanding the conflict and disrupting Red Sea trade.

Khawaja Asif: Asif, Pakistan's defense minister, reported that the US and Iran are close to a deal.

Houthis: Iran-backed group attacking shipping and Saudi targets; escalating regional tensions.

Khawaja Asif: Pakistani Defence Minister; optimistic about arrangement.

Houthis: The Houthis is responsible for attacks on shipping, prompting the maritime security initiative, but is not directly involved in the visit.

Khawaja Asif: Defence Minister, part of the delegation, contributing to defence and security discussions with Saudi leadership.

Houthis: The Houthis>>> in Yemen>>> are allies of Iran>>> and possess combat-grade UAVs, contributing to regional instability.

Khawaja Asif: Khawaja Asif, Pakistan's defense minister, publicly rejected Donald Trump's proposal to join the Abraham Accords.

Houthis: Iran-backed group attacking Saudi oil facilities and Red Sea shipping, widening the conflict.

Khawaja Asif: Pakistani defense minister claiming closeness to arrangement, but no deal.