Middle East Tensions Escalate as US Considers Iran Attack Amid Houthi Missile Strikes; European Powers Seek Diplomacy

Tensions in the Middle East are escalating, with US President Donald Trump reportedly considering a possible attack on Iran as early as Sunday. This comes as the Saudi-led coalition intercepted Houthi ballistic missiles targeting Riyadh, and the Iran-backed group warned travelers to avoid Riyadh's international airport. The US State Department is also reducing staffing at four Middle East embassies due to increased intelligence regarding Iran's efforts to target American personnel. Meanwhile, European powers (Germany, France, and the UK) have announced their readiness to resume direct diplomatic negotiations with Tehran concerning Iran's nuclear program, aiming to avert a wider regional conflict.