Israel’s preparations for a retaliatory operation against the mark a critical juncture in the Middle East’s complex geopolitical landscape. While such an operation may be necessary to neutralize the growing threat of Houthi missile strikes, its success hinges on the formation of a coalition involving key regional and global players. This coalition would likely comprise Israel, several Sunni Arab states, and the United States, whose missile defense systems and military expertise are indispensable. Yet the challenges of forging such alliances reflect the intricacies of modern Middle Eastern diplomacy.