A missile strike hit King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, killing at least 12 people and injuring over 300, according to multiple reports. The attack targeted the airport’s domestic terminal. The Saudi-led coalition blamed the Iran-backed Houthi rebels for the strike.
The attack marked the deadliest in the kingdom in a decade. It followed a surge in Houthi attacks since the collapse of a truce with Yemen’s Riyadh-backed government in July. The Houthi rebels, supported by Iran, have intensified their campaign against Saudi Arabia.
The U.S. President, Donald Trump, expressed support for Saudi military action against the Houthi rebels. He suggested the United States could join Saudi strikes. The attack has raised concerns about regional stability.
The Saudi coalition vowed a “decisive” response to the Houthi attacks. The incident has intensified discussions about potential military action against Iran. The Houthi rebels have been accused of targeting civilian infrastructure in Saudi Arabia.
The attack occurred amid ongoing tensions between the Houthi rebels and the Saudi-led coalition. The conflict in Yemen has drawn international attention. The Houthi group has been accused of using civilian infrastructure for military purposes.
The attack on Riyadh airport highlights the escalating violence in the region. The Houthi rebels have launched multiple strikes on Saudi targets. The Saudi-led coalition has responded with airstrikes in Yemen. The situation remains volatile.
