The Houthi rebels have intensified attacks on Saudi Arabia's infrastructure, targeting energy facilities and transportation hubs. On October 15, the rebels struck a Saudi Aramco building in Dhahran, according to Al Jazeera. The attack followed coalition strikes on Houthi "vital assets" in Yemen, as reported by the Saudi-led coalition.
The Houthi attacks have disrupted Saudi Arabia's energy sector, with rebels targeting oil and gas infrastructure. On October 14, a strike on Riyadh's international airport killed at least 12 people and wounded over 300, with the Houthi movement claiming responsibility. This was the deadliest attack in Saudi Arabia in over a decade.
In response, Yemen's armed forces launched 2,309 precision strikes, killing an estimated 1,250 Houthi fighters and destroying over 460 military vehicles. The operations are part of Operation Dawn of Yemen, using fighter jets, drones, and artillery.
The Houthi rebels, backed by Iran, have also been developing advanced ballistic missile systems with Chinese components, according to a report by a weapons tracking group. This development raises concerns about the rebels' growing military capabilities.
The conflict in Yemen has seen the Houthi rebels advance on the city of Taiz, a major urban center that endured a yearslong siege during the country's civil war. The rebels are tightening their siege around the city, increasing pressure on local populations.
The ongoing violence has disrupted regional stability, with attacks on Saudi infrastructure prompting economic and security concerns. The Houthi rebels continue to challenge Saudi and coalition forces, escalating tensions in the Arabian Peninsula.
