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What is a proxy war?
A proxy war is when larger powers support opposing sides in a conflict without directly fighting each other. While the story focuses on Saudi Arabia and Houthi fighters, it hints at wider regional involvement. The US considering military support for Riyadh suggests a proxy dynamic, where external powers influence the conflict's direction and intensity.
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