A Saudi-led coalition struck oil facilities in Yemen, escalating tensions in the region. The attacks targeted infrastructure critical to Yemen’s energy sector. The strikes followed a Houthi missile attack on a Saudi Aramco building in Dhahran.
The Saudi energy ministry confirmed an administrative building belonging to Aramco was hit in Dhahran. The attack occurred as part of ongoing coalition operations against Houthi targets. Saudi officials reported debris from intercepted Houthi missiles injured four people in Riyadh.
The coalition claimed it intercepted several Houthi missiles over Riyadh on Tuesday evening. The strikes on Yemen’s oil facilities mark a new phase in the conflict. The Houthi group has been accused of targeting Saudi infrastructure, prompting retaliatory strikes.
The conflict in Yemen has intensified in recent months, with both sides escalating attacks. The Saudi-led coalition has been conducting airstrikes in Yemen since 2015, aiming to weaken Houthi forces. The Houthi rebels, backed by Iran, have responded with missile and drone attacks on Saudi territory.
The recent strikes highlight the ongoing instability in the region. The conflict has caused widespread humanitarian crises in Yemen, with millions facing food and medical shortages. The situation remains volatile, with no immediate signs of de-escalation.
