Saudi coalition vows retaliation after deadly Houthi attack on Riyadh airport
Also reported by Al Jazeera
Summary
A missile attack hit Riyadh airport in Saudi Arabia, killing 12 people and injuring over 300. Saudi Arabia blamed the Houthi rebels, supported by Iran, and promised to respond. President Donald Trump said the US may join the fight against the Houthis.Key Facts
- The attack targeted Riyadh airport and damaged passenger areas.
- 12 people died, including citizens from Saudi Arabia, the US, Egypt, Syria, and several other countries.
- Over 300 people were wounded in the missile strike.
- Saudi Arabia’s coalition in Yemen promised a strong retaliation.
- The Houthi rebels warned against using Saudi airports and threatened more attacks.
- President Trump is considering US military involvement and plans to talk with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
- The US currently helps with intelligence and has about 200 military advisers in Saudi Arabia.
- The conflict involves Saudi-backed forces in Yemen fighting the Houthis, who control some areas near key shipping routes.
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