Pakistan warns Iran to rein in Houthis as Riyadh strikes back

According to a report from the Gulf Times, Pakistan has issued a formal warning to Iran, urging the country to exercise greater control over Houthi forces following recent military strikes by Saudi Arabia. The diplomatic move comes amid heightened regional volatility and concerns over the expansion of conflict in the Red Sea and surrounding territories.

While the report suggests that Iran has been actively encouraging the Houthis to escalate attacks against Saudi interests, Iranian officials have consistently denied having direct operational control over the group. The discrepancy between the reported intelligence and Tehran's official position highlights the complex and often opaque nature of the proxy dynamics currently influencing the region.

Analysts note that Pakistan’s involvement in this diplomatic exchange underscores the broader international anxiety regarding the stability of the Red Sea corridor. As Saudi Arabia continues its military response to Houthi activities, the pressure on regional powers to mediate or contain the conflict is expected to intensify. There has been no immediate official confirmation from Islamabad or Tehran regarding the specifics of these reported diplomatic communications.