Dozens reported injured in Yemeni Houthi attack at Riyadh airport
A Houthi attack on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport has injured dozens, with varying reports of fatalities. The attack is part of an escalation of Houthi strikes on Saudi airports, prompting concerns over regional security. The incident follows previous attacks that killed 12 and wounded over 300. The Houthis have warned of further attacks on Saudi airports.
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- ✓ At least 12 people were killed and over 300 wounded in a previous attack on Riyadh's international airport.
- ✓ Dozens were injured in a Houthi attack at Riyadh airport.
- ✓ The Houthis have warned airlines, travellers, and airport workers to stay away from Saudi airports.
- ✓ The attacks on Saudi airports have been blamed on Yemen's Houthis by US and Saudi officials.
What changed
Reports emerged of a fresh attack on Riyadh airport, with multiple sources confirming injuries and varying numbers of fatalities.
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Dozens injured in Yemeni Houthi attack at Riyadh airport
A Houthi attack on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport has injured dozens, with varying reports of fatalities. The attack is part of an escalation of Houthi strikes on Saudi airports, prompting concerns over regional security. The incident follows previous attacks that killed 12 and wounded over 300. The Houthis have warned of further attacks on Saudi airports.
Why it matters
The Houthi attacks on Saudi airports have intensified, causing significant concern over regional security and prompting the US to consider joining Saudi strikes against the Iran-backed Yemeni rebels. The attacks have resulted in significant casualties and disruptions to air travel. The Houthis' actions are seen as an effort to cut Saudi Arabia off from the rest of the world. The Saudi government has extended airport closures and urged caution.
What is confirmed
- At least 12 people were killed and over 300 wounded in a previous attack on Riyadh's international airport.
- Dozens were injured in a Houthi attack at Riyadh airport.
- The Houthis have warned airlines, travellers, and airport workers to stay away from Saudi airports.
- The attacks on Saudi airports have been blamed on Yemen's Houthis by US and Saudi officials.
Still unconfirmed
- The US is considering joining Saudi strikes against the Iran-backed Yemeni rebels.
What to watch next
- Further Houthi attacks on Saudi airports
- US decision on involvement in Saudi strikes against Houthis
- Impact on regional security and air travel
confidence 85%Sources used for this update (16)
- WSJ — Houthis Bombard Saudi Air Links in Effort to Cut Kingdom Off From Rest of World
- Al Jazeera — Iran war live: Kremlin says Trump welcomed Russia’s effort in Iran deal
- The Guardian — Dozens reported injured in Yemeni Houthi attack at Riyadh airport
- CNN — Multiple people wounded in blast at Riyadh airport, say eyewitnesses
- AP News — Missile strikes passenger terminal at Riyadh airport and many are wounded, official says
- www.yahoo.com — Houthi attack on Saudi airport kills 12, over 300 wounded, authorities say
- www.bbc.com — Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport attacked, injuring several, reports say
- www.abc.net.au — Saudi Arabia extends airport closure as Houthis threaten more attacks - ABC News
- www.rte.ie — One dead, 11 injured in fresh attack on Riyadh airport
- www.cbsnews.com — Iran War Updates: U.S. embassy urges "extreme caution" using Saudi airports as Houthi attacks escalate
- news.sbs.co.kr — Missile Attack Hits Riyadh Airport in Saudi Arabia Again, Just a Day After 12 Deaths
- www.france24.com — Fresh Houthi strike hits Riyadh airport a day after deadly attack - France 24
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