Riyadh Faces Unprecedented Houthi Drone Strikes and Airport Disruptions
Houthi attacks reached the Saudi capital for the first time, sparking air-raid alerts, airport fires, and widespread flight disruptions.
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Key moments · 16
India condemns Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia at BRICS Summit
Times of India India ↗Saudi Arabia intercepts armed Houthi drone near Mecca
Top World News- News18.com ↗India voices concern over attempted attack on Mecca
The Hindu ↗Yemeni Armed Forces deny attacking Mecca
Tehran Times ↗Saudi Arabia calls Mecca a 'red line' after drone attack
TIME.com ↗First fatality reported as drone debris hits Taif
Top World News- News18.com ↗EU expresses full solidarity with Saudi Arabia
Middle East Eye ↗Houthi leader denies targeting Mecca, vows to protect holy sites
Al Jazeera ↗US confirms direct contact with Houthi leadership
Top World News- News18.com ↗US refuses Saudi request for Red Sea intervention
South China Morning Post ↗Riyadh airport hit by fire amid Houthi drone attacks
Times of India ↗Saudi authorities issue and lift rare air-raid alerts in capital
Arab News ↗Houthis claim attacks on Riyadh and Yanbu oil sites
Deutsche Welle ↗Saudi coalition intercepts ballistic missile over capital
Arab News ↗Trump weighs strikes but holds off on joining Saudis
New York Times - Middle East ↗UK agrees to provide air refuelling support to Saudis
South China Morning Post ↗
