Yemen fighting expands as Houthis attack Saudi airport again: What to know
Tensions in the Middle East have escalated following Houthi missile attacks on Riyadh's international airport. Saudi Arabia has vowed to retaliate, raising concerns about a broader regional conflict.
Why it matters
The conflict threatens international maritime security and regional stability, with potential for increased US involvement.
Saudi coalition blames Houthi group for the missile strike that struck King Khalid international airport in Riyadh.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info A large plume of black smoke rises from the fuel storage area at Saudi Arabia's Riyadh airport, September 19, 2026 [Reuters] By Al Jazeera Staff , AFP and AP Published On 11 Oct 2026 11 Oct 2026 Saudi Arabia has said it will “firmly” retaliate against an attack on Riyadh’s international airport on Saturday in which at least 12 people were killed, as Yemen’s Houthis claimed a new attack on Saudi’s main air hub on Sunday which resulted in fresh injuries.
The Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation said the attack on Sunday evening targeted King Khalid International Airport and had “resulted in injuries”, without elaborating.
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