US orders military to prepare for strikes on Iran; Houthis hit Riyadh airport
The US military has reportedly received orders to prepare for large-scale operations against Iran, signaling a potential escalation after a period of relative quiet. Separately, Houthi forces attacked Riyadh airport, marking a significant expansion of their target set into Saudi Arabia's capital. The confluence of these events suggests a regional conflict trajectory, though the US order remains unconfirmed and operational details are unclear.
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Houthi Missile/Drone Strikes on Saudi Airports Escalate; Saudi Coalition Retaliates
Houthi forces have significantly escalated cross-border attacks, targeting multiple Saudi airports, including Riyadh's King Khalid International, with missiles and drones, resulting in at least three confirmed deaths and numerous injuries. The Saudi-led coalition has vowed retaliation and claims to have destroyed 82 Houthi military targets in Yemen. This marks a substantial intensification of the conflict, drawing international condemnation and prompting flight disruptions.