Yemen's Houthi forces claim ballistic missile and drone attack on sensitive targets in Riyadh

Published Sep 19, 05:06 PM UTC

Yemen's Houthi armed forces have announced that they used ballistic missiles and drones to attack what they described as 'sensitive targets' in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. The claim, reported by the financial news platform Jin10, indicates an escalation in the ongoing conflict between the Iran-backed Houthi movement and the Saudi-led coalition. The Houthis have frequently targeted Saudi infrastructure and cities with missiles and drones during the Yemeni civil war, which began in 2014. This latest attack, if confirmed, would represent a significant strike deep inside Saudi territory. There was no immediate confirmation or comment from Saudi authorities regarding the attack or any potential damage. The Houthi statement did not specify the exact nature of the targets or the timing of the operation. The incident underscores the persistent security threats in the region and the continued volatility of the conflict, despite periodic ceasefire efforts.

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