Residents in Riyadh reported new explosions as tensions between Saudi Arabia and the Iran-backed Houthis escalated. The attacks followed a recent strike on Saudi Arabia’s Aramco facility in Dhahran, which sparked a fire. No casualties were reported at the site, though four people were injured by debris from an intercepted missile in Riyadh. The Houthi group has threatened to continue targeting Saudi airports and oil sites, escalating fears of further violence.
Saudi authorities confirmed the attack on the Aramco building, which is a major oil company. The incident occurred amid a renewed exchange of threats and attacks between the two sides. The Houthis, who control Yemen’s capital, Sana’a, have been accused of launching multiple strikes against Saudi interests. The latest attacks come after a deadly strike on Saudi Arabia’s airport, which killed 13 people and marked the worst attack on Saudi soil since 2015.
The conflict between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis has been ongoing for years, with both sides accusing each other of escalating hostilities. The Houthis, supported by Iran, have been engaged in a war with Saudi Arabia and its allies in Yemen. The latest attacks highlight the continued volatility of the region, with both sides threatening further action. The situation remains tense as the conflict continues to impact regional stability.
