World condemns deadly Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh airport
Summary
A deadly attack by Yemen’s Houthis on Riyadh International Airport in Saudi Arabia killed at least 12 people and injured 300. Many countries and international organizations condemned the attack and expressed support for Saudi Arabia, while President Donald Trump said he is considering U.S. involvement in the conflict.Key Facts
- The Houthi attack on Riyadh airport is the third attack in one week and the deadliest in Saudi Arabia in over ten years.
- At least 12 people died and 300 were wounded, including citizens from Saudi Arabia, the United States, Bangladesh, Jordan, Palestine, Syria, Sudan, and Egypt.
- The Houthis are fighting the internationally recognized Yemeni government; Saudi Arabia supports the Yemeni government with an air campaign.
- President Donald Trump called the attack “terrible” and said he may decide soon if the U.S. will join the war against the Houthis.
- The UN called the attack a serious escalation that threatens regional security and peace efforts in Yemen.
- Egypt, Qatar, Palestine, and Japan condemned the attacks and expressed support for Saudi Arabia’s right to defend itself.
- U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the U.S. stands with Saudi Arabia and mourns the death of the American victim in the attack.
- The attack targeted a civilian airport, raising concerns about the safety of non-combatants and regional stability.
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