Drone strike kills 40 in Sudan; Houthis accuse Saudi of airport attack
A drone attack in Sudan killed at least 40 people, including children, per a human rights group, marking another escalation in the ongoing civil conflict. Separately, Houthi officials accused Saudi Arabia of striking Sana'a airport, though this is unverified. The UAE rescued 22 crew from a burning tanker in the Persian Gulf, and Lebanon lifted a US flight ban in effect since 1985.
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Houthi Missile Attacks on Riyadh Airport Escalate, Causing Casualties
Houthi forces have launched multiple missile attacks on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport, resulting in at least 12 confirmed fatalities and over 300 injuries. This marks a significant escalation in the Houthi campaign against Saudi Arabia, with the US evaluating potential direct military involvement. The attacks highlight the Houthis' expanding long-range strike capabilities and the vulnerability of Saudi civilian infrastructure.