The Ideology Machine

The Ideology Machine

For the Houthis, the Road to Jerusalem Runs Through Mecca

Behind the strikes on Riyadh and Aramco lies a calculated ideological war to sever the House of Saud from Mecca, with Jerusalem as the ultimate prize.

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Fatima Abo Alasrar
Oct 19, 2026
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The Houthi offensive that is battering Saudi infrastructure is a new stage in the Houthis’ campaign of territorial expansion. Since July, the Houthis have struck the Jizan refinery and targeted Aramc…

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