Houthi rebels launched multiple missile and drone attacks on Saudi Arabia’s King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh over the weekend, killing at least 13 people and wounding more than 300. The attacks, which occurred on Saturday and Sunday, marked a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between Iran-backed Houthis and Saudi Arabia. Regional officials confirmed the attacks, with Saudi Arabia launching an investigation into how its air defense systems failed to intercept the projectiles.
The strikes targeted the airport’s perimeter, with surveillance footage released showing the moment the attack unfolded. The footage, shared by a U.S. News outlet, captured the chaos as the airport was hit by a barrage of missiles and drones. The Houthi group, which is backed by Iran, has been accused of launching attacks on Saudi territory in recent months. The attacks on Riyadh airport were the deadliest in the region since the conflict began.
Saudi Arabia has responded by intensifying its military operations against the Houthis, with reports of new drone and missile attacks occurring in the days following the Riyadh strikes. The kingdom has also called for international support, with U.S. President Donald Trump indicating that the United States may consider military action alongside Saudi Arabia. Meanwhile, Iran has expressed concern over the escalating conflict, with its foreign ministry stating it is “deeply concerned about developments in the Arabian Peninsula.”
The attacks on Riyadh airport have heightened fears of a broader regional conflict, with analysts warning of the potential for further escalation. The situation remains volatile as both sides continue to exchange accusations and military actions.
