# Why is it so hard to fight the Houthis?

- Published: 2026-10-12T12:15:01Z
- Updated: 2026-10-13T03:47:21Z
- Section: Breaking
- Language: English (en)
- Source: BBC News — https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cmy56nzd6y69o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
- Tags: BBC News · Top News
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Security correspondent Frank Gardner explains how the Iran-backed Houthis' precision strikes and guerrilla tactics have made it difficult for Saudi forces to gain the upper hand.

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