Yemen's Houthis strike Saudi capital Riyadh for the first time
Summary
Houthi rebels from Yemen launched missiles and drones targeting Riyadh, Saudi Arabia’s capital, for the first time, causing a fire near the city’s main airport. The fighting continues as the Houthis advance eastward against forces backed by Saudi Arabia in Yemen.Key Facts
- The Houthi rebels are supported by Iran.
- They launched missiles and drones early on Saturday targeting Riyadh.
- A fire broke out near Riyadh’s main airport after the attack.
- The Houthis are pushing east in Yemen against Saudi-backed government forces.
- This marks the first direct attack by the Houthis on Saudi Arabia’s capital.
- The conflict has caused displacement of over 112,000 people in Yemen recently.
- The ongoing fighting links to broader regional tensions involving Iran, Saudi Arabia, and other countries.
- U.S. officials have reportedly met with Houthis in Oman, while President Trump has declined to support Saudi Arabia explicitly.
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