A missile strike hit Saudi Arabia’s King Khalid International Airport on Sunday, killing 12 people and injuring over 300. The attack, attributed to Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis, marks a major escalation in the ongoing conflict between the group and Saudi Arabia.
The Saudi government blamed the Houthis for the attack, which targeted the country’s main international airport in Riyadh. The strike followed a four-year ceasefire that collapsed after a Houthi attack on an oil facility near Jeddah’s Formula One track.
The US embassy in Saudi Arabia warned staff to seek permission before using Saudi airports, citing recent missile attacks and potential travel disruptions. The warning comes as the US debates military action against the Houthis.
Saudi Arabia resumed strikes on Houthi targets the day after the attack, escalating tensions. The Houthi group responded by vowing reciprocal measures, threatening to target Saudi infrastructure.
The attack has raised concerns over the safety of international travelers and the stability of the region. The conflict, which has seen repeated strikes on both sides, continues to impact civilian infrastructure and regional security.
The war between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis has intensified in recent months, with both sides accusing each other of escalating hostilities. The recent strike on the airport highlights the growing risks to civilian facilities and the potential for further escalation.
