PNN – Saudi Arabia is pursuing diplomatic efforts via Oman to prevent an escalation of tensions with Yemen’s Ansarullah.
According to the report of Pakistan News Network; Bloomberg reported—citing sources—that Saudi Arabia is engaging in diplomatic efforts through Oman to avert an escalation of the conflict with Yemen’s Ansarullah.
The report claims, however, that Saudi Arabia is simultaneously preparing for war should the negotiations fail.
Bloomberg stated that the United States has dissuaded Saudi Arabia from launching retaliatory strikes, fearing that an escalation of hostilities could further disrupt global shipping and energy markets and potentially close the Bab al-Mandab Strait—another vital chokepoint for energy flows.
On July 20, Yemen’s Ansarullah imposed a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia.