Houthis threaten more attacks on Saudi airports, oil facilities
The Houthis issued a broad threat urging civilians and shipping companies to evacuate Saudi airports and oil facilities, which they designate as military targets. This escalates their campaign against Saudi infrastructure, raising risks to regional energy supply and aviation. The threat is unverified but consistent with prior Houthi actions.
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Houthi Missile and Drone Attacks Escalate Against Saudi Critical Infrastructure
Houthi forces have significantly escalated missile and drone attacks against Saudi Arabia, directly targeting critical energy infrastructure, major airports, and military bases. Saudi authorities have confirmed strikes on Saudi Aramco headquarters in Dhahran and intercepted multiple missiles aimed at Riyadh, while Houthi claims include attacks on Riyadh airport and King Khalid Air Base. The attacks have resulted in civilian casualties, including at least 13 killed and over 300 injured in a Riyadh airport strike, marking the deadliest attacks on the kingdom in the conflict.