Saudi Arabia has launched strikes on Houthi-held areas in Yemen, targeting what it describes as "vital assets" in response to ongoing attacks on its civilian and oil infrastructure. The strikes follow a reported attack on an Aramco building in Dhahran, which the Saudi-led coalition said triggered a "limited fire" and injured four people in Riyadh. The Houthi rebels, backed by Iran, have been accused of launching missiles and drones at Saudi targets, including oil facilities, in recent weeks.
The Saudi energy ministry confirmed that an administrative building belonging to Aramco was struck on Tuesday, though no casualties were reported at the site. The attack occurred as the Saudi-led coalition intercepted several Houthi missiles, including over Riyadh, in the same period. The Houthi group has denied responsibility for the attacks and accused Saudi Arabia of escalating hostilities.
The conflict in Yemen, which has been ongoing since 2015, has seen periodic clashes between the Saudi-led coalition and the Houthi rebels. The Bab al-Mandeb Strait, a key maritime route for global oil shipments, has been a focal point of tensions, with both sides accusing each other of targeting critical infrastructure. Recent strikes have raised fears of further destabilization in the region, particularly as the conflict threatens to disrupt vital oil export routes.
Pakistan has reaffirmed its support for Saudi Arabia under the Makkah defense pact, highlighting the growing regional alignment against the Houthi group. The situation remains volatile, with both sides showing no signs of de-escalation. The conflict continues to have significant implications for regional security and global energy markets.
