Saudi, Syria Sign Defense Pact

RiyadhSaudi Arabia’s defense ministry signed a cooperation deal with Damascus.

Houthi drones and missiles have hit Saudi bases, civilian aviation and energy infrastructure.

The state-owned Saudi Press Agency disclosed neither scope nor value, though one report cites a $400 million-plus loan.

Polymarket traders give a Saudi-Houthi ceasefire by 31 December a 30% chance, up 5 points in a week.

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