Tehran — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi on Saturday called for dialogue following renewed escalation between Saudi Arabia and the Iran-backed Houthi movement in Yemen. Although Iran continues to support the Houthis, Araqchi argued that Yemen’s problems stem from long-standing regional disputes rather than being solely Tehran’s responsibility. The remarks came days after the Houthis declared a “blockade” on Saudi-linked shipping and intensified attacks on global trade routes in the Red Sea disruptions that have persisted since 2023. On Saturday, Houthi forces fired on Saudi oil facilities at Red Sea ports, with spokesman Yahya Saree claiming strikes against Aramco sites in Jazan and Yanbu. Araqchi’s appeal for dialogue underscores growing concerns that the conflict could spiral further, threatening regional stability and global energy supplies.