The kingdom is in a state of strategic shock after coming under attack from an emboldened Iran and failing to win more U.S. military support, analysts say.

Saudi Arabia, running out of options and under pressure to restore supply lines, is confronting the prospect of a severe energy crisis with global implications.

Three civilians were martyred in Saudi airstrikes on Dhubab, Maqbanah, as the Yemen conflict intensified with continued strikes targeting Taiz, Mocha and Bab al-Mandab, and Houthi forces launching missiles and drones at sites including King Khalid Air Base.