A missile attack on Saudi Arabia’s King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh killed at least 12 people and injured more than 300, according to reports. The strike, which occurred on Sunday, marked a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels and Saudi Arabia. The attack targeted the airport’s terminal, causing widespread damage and forcing the closure of the country’s main international hub.
Saudi Arabia extended the airport’s closure following the strike, as officials assessed the damage and coordinated emergency response efforts. The Houthi group claimed responsibility for the attack, stating it was a response to Saudi military operations in Yemen. In a statement, the Houthis vowed to continue attacks on Saudi infrastructure, including airports and seaports, as part of their broader campaign against the kingdom.
The conflict, which began in 2015, has seen repeated clashes between Saudi Arabia and Houthi forces, with both sides accusing each other of escalating violence. The recent attack follows a series of airstrikes by Saudi-led coalition forces in Yemen, which the Houthis have condemned as disproportionate. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of civilian infrastructure and the potential for further escalation in the region.
