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Residents in Saudi Arabia’s capital say they have heard new explosions in Riyadh.

Residents in Saudi Arabia's capital, Riyadh, have reported hearing new explosions. The source of the explosions is not immediately clear. This incident comes as the Houthis have vowed to continue striking Saudi airports and oil facilities. The explosions were heard in various parts of the city, including northern Riyadh, where King Khalid International Airport is located.

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  • ✓ Residents in Saudi Arabia's capital say they have heard new explosions in Riyadh.
  • ✓ The Houthis have vowed to continue striking Saudi airports and oil facilities.
  • ✓ The source of the explosions wasn't immediately clear.
🛡️ Source Corroboration: 11 independent reporting domains (85% confidence) ⏱ Read time: ~2 min

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Residents in Riyadh reported hearing fresh explosions, indicating a continuation of the Houthi attacks on the Saudi capital.

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  1. Residents in Riyadh hear new explosions

    Residents in Saudi Arabia's capital, Riyadh, have reported hearing new explosions. The source of the explosions is not immediately clear. This incident comes as the Houthis have vowed to continue striking Saudi airports and oil facilities. The explosions were heard in various parts of the city, including northern Riyadh, where King Khalid International Airport is located.

    Why it matters

    The explosions in Riyadh are part of a larger conflict involving the Houthi rebels, who are backed by Iran, and the Saudi-led coalition. The Houthis have been launching attacks on Saudi Arabia, including on oil facilities and airports, in recent times. These attacks have raised concerns about the safety of the region and the potential for escalation.

    What is confirmed

    • Residents in Saudi Arabia's capital say they have heard new explosions in Riyadh.
    • The Houthis have vowed to continue striking Saudi airports and oil facilities.
    • The source of the explosions wasn't immediately clear.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Offices belonging to senior executives with Saudi oil giant Aramco were hit in an overnight Houthi strike on the company's headquarters.

    What to watch next

    • Further statements from Saudi authorities on the explosions
    • Details on the extent of damage and casualties
    • The Houthi's next planned actions
    Sources used for this update (11)
    1. economictimes.indiatimes.com — Business News Live, Share Market News - Read Latest Finance News, IPO ...
    2. www.yahoo.com — Yahoo
    3. AP News — Residents in Saudi Arabia’s capital say they have heard new explosions in Riyadh.
    4. CBS News — Live Updates: Houthis launch new attack on Saudi capital as Trump mulls U.S. role in Mideast war's new front
    5. The Times of Israel — Riyadh residents report hearing explosions
    6. France 24 — Live: Blasts rock Riyadh as Houthis vow to continue striking Saudi airports, oil facilities
    7. www.yahoo.com — Strait of Hormuz still unsafe for ships, maritime group warns
    8. www.brandonsun.com — Residents in Saudi Arabia’s capital say they have heard new explosions in Riyadh – Brandon Sun
    9. www.greenfieldreporter.com — Residents in Saudi Arabia's capital say they have heard new explosions in Riyadh. - The Daily Reporter - Greenfield Indiana
    10. theshillongtimes.com — Saudi residents panic as they hear fresh explosions in Riyadh | The Shillong Times
    11. www.24newshd.tv — Explosions heard in Riyadh as Houthis step up attacks on Saudi Arabia
    confidence 85%
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