A Houthi missile strike hit Riyadh’s international airport on Sunday, killing at least 12 people and injuring dozens, according to reports. The attack followed a previous strike on the same airport the day before, which also claimed lives. The Saudi-led coalition accused the Iran-backed Houthi rebels of escalating violence in the Yemen war.
The latest strike, which targeted the passenger terminal, caused widespread disruption. Authorities suspended operations at the airport, leading to flight cancellations and airspace warnings across the region. Survivors described the attack as a "horror," with some reporting injuries and panic among passengers.
The Houthi group claimed responsibility for the attack, marking a sharp increase in attacks on Saudi infrastructure. This follows a deadly strike on Saturday, the deadliest on Saudi soil in over a decade. The ongoing conflict in Yemen has seen repeated clashes between the Saudi-backed government and the Houthi rebels, with both sides intensifying attacks on each other’s territory.
The attacks have raised concerns about regional stability and the safety of international travelers. The situation highlights the continued volatility of the Yemen war, where both sides have escalated military actions. The conflict, which began in 2015, has resulted in thousands of casualties and drawn international attention.
The repeated strikes on Riyadh’s airport underscore the growing intensity of the conflict. With both sides accusing each other of escalating hostilities, the situation remains tense, with no immediate signs of de-escalation.
