A Houthi missile strike hit King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, killing one person and injuring 11 others. The attack followed a previous strike that killed at least 12 people and injured over 300. The latest strike occurred on Sunday, a day after the earlier assault. Saudi authorities suspended airport operations following the first attack.
The Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for both strikes, marking the fourth such attack in days. The first strike on Saturday killed at least 13 people and injured 300. A second attack on the same day killed one person, a Pakistani resident, and injured 11 others. The third strike, also on Sunday, killed one person and injured 11 more.
Iran expressed deep concern over the escalating violence, calling the attacks a threat to regional stability. The country warned of the dangers posed by drones and missiles, emphasizing its interest in maintaining peace in the Arabian Peninsula.
The attacks have intensified tensions between Saudi Arabia and Yemen’s Houthi rebels, who are backed by Iran. The conflict has seen a series of strikes targeting Saudi infrastructure, including airports and energy facilities. The latest attacks have raised fears of further escalation, with both sides accusing each other of aggression.
The situation highlights the ongoing instability in the region, with the Houthi group continuing to challenge Saudi Arabia’s security. The attacks have also affected international travelers, with flight changes and airspace warnings disrupting travel plans for Asian workers and pilgrims. The conflict remains a critical point of contention, with no immediate signs of de-escalation.
