Iran-backed Houthis strike Saudi oil company Aramco's headquarters, officials say
Summary
Iran-backed Houthi rebels attacked the headquarters of Saudi Arabia's state oil company, Aramco, in Dhahran. The strike damaged the top three floors of the building but caused no casualties. Saudi forces intercepted several missiles and drones targeting Riyadh and other cities.Key Facts
- The attack targeted Saudi Aramco’s headquarters in Dhahran, damaging offices of top officials.
- No deaths or injuries occurred at the Aramco building during this strike.
- Saudi authorities intercepted multiple missiles and drones aimed at Riyadh, Dhahran, and Al-Kharj.
- One person was injured by debris from an intercepted missile in Riyadh.
- The Houthis said the attacks were retaliation for Saudi military actions in Yemen.
- Recent Houthi strikes have severely disrupted Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport, causing deaths and injuries.
- Fighting in Yemen is intensifying, with more casualties and blocked aid to millions of people.
- Houthis are considered a major armed group supported by Iran and are challenging a key U.S. ally, Saudi Arabia.
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