The Houthi rebels launched a missile attack on Saudi Arabia’s King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, killing 12 people and injuring over 300. The attack targeted a passenger terminal, with officials calling it a war crime. US President Donald Trump condemned the strike as “not acceptable” and said the United States is reviewing whether to join Saudi Arabia’s military actions against the Houthis.
Coalition forces, including Saudi Arabia, vowed a strong response to the attack. Maj. Gen. Turki Al-Maliki, spokesperson for the coalition, stated the strike violated international humanitarian law. The attack occurred on Saturday, marking a significant escalation in the conflict between Yemen’s Houthi rebels and the Saudi-led coalition.
The Houthi group, backed by Iran, has been engaged in a years-long war with Saudi Arabia and its allies. This attack is the deadliest in the conflict, raising concerns about the humanitarian impact. The US, which has provided military support to Saudi Arabia, is now considering direct involvement in retaliatory strikes. The situation highlights the ongoing tensions in the region and the complex geopolitical dynamics at play.
