Qatar.
Al Jazeera.
Since their television station last broadcast the video of the Houthis declaring war.
Their Al Jazeera has seen a meteoric rise in its standing among mainstream media.
During this time, they received a significant increase in advertisers seeking to partner with them.
Of course, this broadcast also sparked opposition from other Middle Eastern countries, led by Saudi Arabia.
Al Jazeera's director even received death threats.
Fortunately, Al Jazeera was founded by the Qatari royal family.
With the Qatari royal family backing them, they have been able to stay safe.
However, Al Jazeera has still been suppressed by many Middle Eastern countries.
As the hype surrounding the Houthis' previous war declaration video began to fade.
Al Jazeera desperately hoped for a new explosive story to maintain their current popularity.
And just then, Al Jazeera staff once again received an anonymous video.
When the staff opened the video and watched its contents, they were overjoyed.
They relayed this news to their director.
The director of Al Jazeera, upon hearing that the Houthis had sent them new "material," was also excited.
Although he knew that the contents of this video, once published, would surely provoke even greater dissatisfaction among Middle Eastern nations.
But adhering to the professional ethics of the news media, and considering the tremendous traffic this video would generate.
The director of Al Jazeera ultimately decided to broadcast it.
He was well aware that even if they didn't broadcast it, the Houthis would surely find other media outlets to collaborate with.
Although the vast majority of mainstream media on Blue Star is controlled by the West.
There are still a few independent news outlets that dare to report.
And once Al Jazeera released this news, it immediately drew the attention of various nations on Blue Star.
After all, ever since the Houthis' previous war declaration video went viral, their influence has been sky-high.
Even though the hype has subsided somewhat, the news that the Houthis were about to speak again quickly captured the attention of the public in various countries.
Soon, after ratings soared to an all-time high.
Al Jazeera aired the video.
The screen again displayed Hu Jun's handsome and refined face.
But his words sent shockwaves throughout Blue Star.
"Previously, in the Nihum region, our Houthi forces encountered a surprise attack from the Saudi-led coalition and the Yemeni government forces."
"The enemy deployed over 50,000 troops, while we had less than 10,000."
"However, through the valiant resistance of our Houthi forces, the Saudi-led coalition and the Yemeni government forces were repelled."
"Not only did we reclaim the entire Nihum region, but we also seized a large amount of weaponry and equipment left behind by the Saudi-led coalition, along with numerous captured personnel."
"Guided by humanitarian principles, we allow the Saudi-led coalition to pay a ransom of $3 billion for the release of their soldiers."
"At the same time, we, the Houthi forces, reiterate that any act daring to wage war against us will be met with severe retaliation..."
With the broadcast of this short video, the entire Blue Star was thrown into chaos.
Previously, Saudi Arabia had gathered ten Middle Eastern nations to discuss expanding their crackdown on the Houthis.
It had been a major news event.
But who would have thought that despite deploying tens of thousands of troops, they not only failed to eliminate the Houthis.
But were instead counter-attacked and surrounded by the Houthis.
Not only did they gift the Houthis with a vast amount of advanced weaponry and equipment.
But they were also forced to pay a hefty ransom to secure the release of their soldiers captured by the Houthis.
This wasn't just a slap in the face.
It was akin to holding Saudi Arabia and the other ten Middle Eastern countries by the face and rubbing it on the ground.
"What in the world is going on?!"
"The Houthis won again?!"
"Damn! The Saudi-led coalition and the Yemeni government forces jointly attacked the Houthis, but they were annihilated!"
"Whoa – Can someone tell me if this news is even real? I can't believe it."
"Duuh! Of course it's real, could Al Jazeera be making this up?"
"Right! Al Jazeera has reported many shocking events on Blue Star before, they're one of the few media outlets not controlled by the West!"
"That's right! Al Jazeera is awesome! I remember that Qatar was among the ten Middle Eastern countries in the Saudi-led coalition this time.
Their own country was attacked by the Houthis, yet they still dared to report this, awesome!"
"What the heck has been going on with these Houthis?"
"As far as I know, they were just an armed group before, their combat strength wasn't this strong."
"How did they suddenly become so powerful?"
"Well, it's not that the Houthis are strong, it's just that the Saudi-led coalition is incredibly weak."
"That's right! They attacked with over 50,000 troops against a defending force of just 10,000, yet they were annihilated, now Saudi Arabia has no face left!"
"Those rich bastards are useless, didn't they buy a batch of Dongfeng missiles from our Dragon Nation? Why don't they try those out?"
"You freaking moron upstairs! Using Dongfeng missiles to hit the Houthis, are you even serious."
"Is that something you can just use casually? Besides, even though the missiles are in Saudi Arabia, the launch authority isn't in their hands."
"Ugh, it seems those rich bastards got scammed by Freedom Nation, their troops are all equipped with the latest Freedom Nation active equipment.
"And they can't even beat a ragtag group armed with AKs, how can they sell their Freedom Nation equipment anymore?"
"You're right, this not only lost face for the Saudi-led coalition, but also tarnished the reputation of Freedom Nation."
"Hahaha, I think those rich bastards should stop getting ripped off by Freedom Nation's arms dealers.
Just come buy equipment from our Dragon Nation, ours is cheap and affordable, but most importantly, our combat performance is excellent."
“……”
Saudi Arabia.
Within the Riyadh Royal Palace.
King Salman of Saudi Arabia stared at the screen playing on Al Jazeera, his face pale with fury.
Beside him, Defense Minister Aziz hung his head in shame, not daring to look directly at his father.
On the Arabian Peninsula, with the exception of Yemen, all other countries are monarchies.
Most of the high-ranking officials in Saudi Arabia are members of the royal family.
And the position of Defense Minister is particularly crucial.
Before Salman ascended to the throne, he had also served in this position.
And Aziz is the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Salman's sixth son.
Initially, Salman intended for his beloved son to gain experience in the position of Defense Minister for a few years.
So that he could eventually inherit the throne from him.
But who could have known that under Aziz's leadership, their Saudi troops not only failed to achieve any results.
But were instead soundly defeated by a small armed group within the borders of Yemen.
This made Salman question whether his son was truly suited for the position of King.
"Aziz, you better give me a clear explanation for the failure of this operation."
"Otherwise, I wouldn't mind replacing you with your brother or another sibling."
Salman's eyes were icy as he spoke.
Sensing the severity in his father's tone, Aziz felt a mix of grievance and helplessness.
"Father, the defeat of our coalition this time was not my fault."
"The Houthis' combat strength and equipment are simply too powerful."
"We really couldn't win."
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