Yemen fighting expands as Houthis attack Saudi airport: What to know
Summary
A missile and drone attack hit Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport, killing 12 people and injuring over 300. Saudi Arabia blames Yemen’s Houthi group for the strike and promises strong retaliation. The attack escalates ongoing fighting in Yemen and raises concerns about wider regional conflict.Key Facts
- The attack on Riyadh airport killed 12 people from various countries and wounded at least 309.
- Saudi Arabia’s military coalition called the attack a "full-fledged war crime" and blamed the Iran-backed Houthi group.
- The Houthis did not claim responsibility but warned airlines and travelers to avoid Saudi airports, saying Saudi Arabia failed to stop attacks.
- Airport operations were suspended and many flights were canceled or diverted after the strike.
- Schools in Riyadh switched to remote learning for a week due to security concerns.
- Saudi-led forces and Houthi fighters have been in heavy conflict after a UN ceasefire fell apart in 2022.
- The U.S. President said the attack was terrible and suggested the U.S. might join Saudi military actions against the Houthis.
- The Houthis also attacked other Saudi sites, including oil facilities and another airport in Dammam.
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