The Houthi group, led by Yemen's former president, has claimed responsibility for an attack on Saudi oil facilities and airports, including a Saudi Aramco facility in Yanbu and the Rabigh oil refinery in Riyadh. The group's military spokesperson, Yahya Saree, stated that they also targeted King Fahd International Airport in Dammam and Najran airport and an air base in Khamis Mushait. While there was no immediate confirmation from Saudi authorities, the claim underscores the ongoing tensions between the two countries.
Key points
The Houthi group is a significant threat to Saudi Arabia.: The Houthi group is a significant threat to Saudi Arabia.
The attack highlights the ongoing conflict in Yemen.: The attack highlights the ongoing conflict in Yemen.
The claim underscores the ongoing tensions between the two countries.: The claim underscores the ongoing tensions between the two countries.
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Yemen's Houthis say they attacked Saudi oil facilities, airports
24 October 2026 17:38 BST
Yemen's Houthi group said it launched attacks at Saudi oil facilities and airports on Saturday including a Saudi Aramco facility in Yanbu, the Rabigh oil refinery and King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh.
The group's military spokesperson, Yahya Saree, said it also targeted King Fahd International Airport in Dammam as well as Najran airport and an air base in Khamis Mushait.
There was no immediate confirmation from Saudi authorities.
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