Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian recently addressed regional security concerns, explicitly stating that Iran is not engaged in a conflict with Saudi Arabia. This declaration comes amid heightened regional tensions, specifically following a recent military operation claimed by the Houthi movement. The Houthis reported that they launched ballistic missiles and drones targeting a military base in Sharurah, Saudi Arabia, claiming the strike hit weapons depots and command centers.

In his remarks, Pezeshkian sought to clarify Iran’s position by asserting that the Houthis possess their own internal motivations and operational autonomy. By stating that the group has “their own issues,” the Iranian president signaled a desire to maintain the diplomatic thaw between Tehran and Riyadh, which was brokered last year. While the Houthis are widely considered to be aligned with Iran’s regional interests, Pezeshkian’s comments represent a clear attempt to avoid direct responsibility for the group's aggressive actions against Saudi infrastructure. The Saudi government has not yet issued a formal response to the specific claims regarding the Sharurah strike, nor have they commented on Pezeshkian’s latest attempt to distance Tehran from the Houthi military campaign.