Houthis launched missiles and drones at Saudi Aramco headquarters and airports, escalating tensions in Yemen. The attack on Aramco's Dhahran complex caused limited fire, with no injuries reported. Saudi authorities intercepted a ballistic missile near Riyadh, prompting evacuations at key facilities.
The Houthis vowed continued attacks on Saudi infrastructure, targeting oil facilities and airports in retaliation for Saudi support of Yemeni government forces. The group warned civilians and workers to avoid affected areas, citing the strategic importance of the sites. Saudi-led forces intercepted multiple missiles and drones, with debris causing injuries in Riyadh.
The conflict has disrupted Saudi economic plans and raised concerns about global energy markets. The UN brokered a 2022 truce in Yemen, but the ongoing conflict has led to humanitarian crises, with hospitals overwhelmed and 800,000 people cut off from aid. Saudi Arabia faces pressure to secure allies against Houthi attacks, as the war intensifies near critical straits.
The Houthis and Saudi-led coalition both targeted energy infrastructure, with the Houthis threatening further attacks. The conflict has raised fears of global economic repercussions, with the IMF warning of potential impacts on worldwide markets.