A missile attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, killed 12 people and injured 309 others on Saturday. The Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation confirmed the casualties, including four Saudi citizens and eight foreign residents. The attack targeted the airport’s domestic terminal, marking a significant escalation in hostilities between Saudi Arabia and Yemen’s Houthi rebels.
The Saudi-led coalition accused the Iran-backed Houthi group of orchestrating the attack, which it described as a deliberate act of aggression. In response, the coalition vowed a “decisive response” against the rebels. The attack follows a four-year ceasefire that collapsed after the Houthis struck an oil facility near Jeddah’s Formula One track, a move that reignited the conflict.
The incident has drawn international attention, with European officials condemning the attack as a “dangerous escalation.” The United States is reportedly considering renewed strikes against Iran, citing the Houthis’ alleged ties to Tehran. Meanwhile, Yemen’s Health Ministry has warned of a severe shortage of medical supplies and fuel in Taiz, highlighting the humanitarian impact of the ongoing conflict.
The war, which began in 2015, has claimed thousands of lives and displaced millions. The recent attacks underscore the continued volatility of the region, with both sides escalating military actions despite calls for de-escalation. As the situation worsens, the international community faces mounting pressure to find a resolution to the protracted conflict.
