# Egypt Supports Saudi in Houthi Defense

> Egypt's top security body pledges military aid to Saudi Arabia amid Houthi attacks.
- Title: Egypt Supports Saudi in Houthi Defense · Seattletimes
- Summary: Egypt's top security body pledges military aid to Saudi Arabia amid Houthi attacks. Egypt's National Defense Council agreed to provide military support to…
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## Egypt's security body pledges support
Egypt's top security body agreed to support Saudi Arabia against Houthi attacks in Yemen.
## Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia
Houthi rebels have attacked Saudi airports and oil infrastructure with drones and missiles, killing at least 19 people.
## Saudi defense minister meets UAE president
Saudi defense minister met with UAE president to strengthen cooperation amid tense relations.
## National Defense Council decision
Egypt's National Defense Council decided to provide all possible forms of military support to Saudi Arabia.
## Houthi airstrike in Yemen
A Houthi airstrike killed nine people, including five children and two women, in Yemen’s Saada province.
## Saudi helicopter gunship crash
A Saudi helicopter gunship crashed near Najran, killing both crew members.
## Houthi claims of civilian casualties
Houthis claim Saudi-led forces killed or wounded over 30 people in the past 24 hours.
## Houthi blockade on Saudi Arabia
Houthis declared a blockade on Saudi Arabia after Saudi Arabia blocked their access to the sea.
## Key takeaway

Egypt's National Defense Council agreed to provide military support to Saudi Arabia to counter Houthi attacks in Yemen.