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Houthis Claim Attacks on Riyadh Airport and Aramco Refinery in Saudi Arabia
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🗓 06 Oct 2026, 06:49 AM
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Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis announced on Monday that they launched strikes against Riyadh's international airport, an Aramco refinery, and multiple targets in southern Saudi Arabia.
The Iran-backed Houthi movement in Yemen stated on Monday that it carried out military strikes against critical infrastructure in Saudi Arabia. The group specifically claimed responsibility for attacks on the international airport in the Saudi capital, Riyadh, as well as a refinery operated by the state-owned Aramco.
In addition to these high-profile targets, the Houthis reported hitting various sites across the southern region of the kingdom. The announcement highlights the ongoing cross-border tensions involving the Yemeni group and Saudi Arabia.
The claims were made by the Houthi leadership, who have frequently targeted Saudi facilities in response to the conflict in Yemen. No immediate confirmation of the extent of damage or casualties was provided in the initial reports.
This development underscores the continued volatility in the region, where Houthi forces have maintained a persistent threat to Saudi security and energy infrastructure.
In addition to these high-profile targets, the Houthis reported hitting various sites across the southern region of the kingdom. The announcement highlights the ongoing cross-border tensions involving the Yemeni group and Saudi Arabia.
The claims were made by the Houthi leadership, who have frequently targeted Saudi facilities in response to the conflict in Yemen. No immediate confirmation of the extent of damage or casualties was provided in the initial reports.
This development underscores the continued volatility in the region, where Houthi forces have maintained a persistent threat to Saudi security and energy infrastructure.