European Commission President Von der Leyen said Iran-backed Houthi forces have again targeted Saudi infrastructure, including refineries and airports, actions that continue to undermine regional stability, risk further violence and threaten global e

2026-10-06

European Commission President Von der Leyen said Iran-backed Houthi forces have again targeted Saudi infrastructure, including refineries and airports, actions that continue to undermine regional stability, risk further violence and threaten global energy security. The EU stands with Saudi Arabia and Gulf partners. Regional security will be a central topic at talks with the Gulf Cooperation Council later this month.