Saudi Arabia considers resuming full-scale operations against Yemen's Houthis

Saudi Arabia is considering the possibility of resuming full-scale military operations against the Houthi movement 'Ansar Allah' in Yemen, The New York Times reports. According to the newspaper, Riyadh would prefer to maintain the truce but is preparing for a military scenario. The kingdom may carry out air strikes if the Houthis escalate hostilities. A Saudi representative told the publication that the country will defend itself by all necessary means.