Riyadh’s international airport suffered a deadly Houthi attack that killed at least 13 people, including an American, according to reports. The strike occurred on Sunday, marking the second such attack on the airport in less than a week. The Iran-backed Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for the assault, which forced authorities to suspend operations at the facility.
A day earlier, a missile strike had already hit the same airport, killing 12 people. The Saudi-led coalition, which is fighting the Houthi rebels in Yemen, confirmed the attacks and accused the rebels of escalating violence. The Houthi group also claimed multiple attacks over the past 24 hours, including strikes on Saudi and Yemeni airports.
The US, under President Donald Trump, reportedly considered joining Saudi Arabia in retaliatory strikes against the Houthis. The attacks have intensified regional tensions, with the Saudi foreign minister discussing the situation and receiving support from Jordan. The European Union condemned the assault, highlighting the growing instability in the region.
The conflict in Yemen, which has seen years of fighting between the Saudi-backed government and the Houthi rebels, has seen a sharp escalation. The recent strikes on Riyadh’s airport are part of a broader pattern of violence, with both sides accusing each other of targeting civilian infrastructure. The attacks have also disrupted travel in Saudi Arabia, with airspace warnings and flight cancellations reported.
The situation reflects the ongoing conflict in Yemen, where the Houthi rebels, backed by Iran, have been fighting against the internationally recognized government supported by Saudi Arabia. The recent attacks underscore the volatility of the region and the risks faced by civilians caught in the crossfire.
