A Houthi missile strike hit Riyadh's international airport on Sunday, a day after a previous attack, according to Saudi officials. The second strike killed 13 people, bringing the death toll from the first attack to 13. The Houthis claimed responsibility for both attacks, warning airlines to avoid the kingdom.
The first attack occurred just days before the second, with reports indicating the airport was hit again by a missile. The Saudi-led coalition fighting the Iran-backed Houthi rebels confirmed the strikes. The attacks forced authorities to suspend operations at the airport.
The conflict between Saudi Arabia and the Houthi rebels in Yemen has intensified, with repeated attacks on Saudi infrastructure. The latest strikes highlight the ongoing escalation of hostilities. US Senator criticized the war as "spiralling" following a visit to Qatar and Saudi Arabia. Meanwhile, former US President Donald Trump suggested the US is considering joining Saudi Arabia in retaliatory strikes against the Houthis.
The attacks have raised concerns about regional stability and the impact on civilian populations. The Saudi government has not yet announced a formal response to the Houthi strikes. The situation remains volatile as both sides continue their military operations.
