A Houthi missile strike hit King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, killing 17 people and injuring 300, according to reports. The attack, which occurred on Saturday, caused chaos at the airport, with passengers scrambling for cover. CCTV footage released by Al Arabiya Network showed the scene of the strike.
The U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. Is evaluating potential military action alongside Saudi Arabia in response to the attacks. This follows a series of strikes by the Iran-backed Houthis on Saudi Arabian targets. The attacks have led to the suspension of airport operations in Riyadh.
Iran expressed deep concern over the escalating conflict between the Houthis and Saudi Arabia. The country has warned of the humanitarian impact of the ongoing violence, particularly in Yemen, where three out of four households face hunger. The World Food Programme has issued a warning about the worsening food crisis in the region.
The attacks have also raised questions about Saudi Arabia's ability to defend against Houthi missile strikes. Saudi officials have stated they are low on interceptors, making it difficult to counter the increasing number of attacks. The situation has intensified since February 28, 2026, when the conflict between the Houthis and Saudi Arabia began.
The conflict has drawn international attention, with the U.S. And other global powers closely monitoring the developments. The ongoing violence highlights the complex geopolitical tensions in the Arabian Peninsula, with regional and international actors increasingly involved.
