Houthis claim attacks on Riyadh airport and Aramco refinery
The Houthi movement said it struck King Khaled International Airport in Riyadh and the Aramco refinery at Rabigh, and reported explosions over the Saudi capital.
Claims of targets
The Houthis said they hit King Khaled International Airport in Riyadh and the Aramco refinery at Rabigh. They also said they struck military sites and airports in southern Saudi Arabia, including Amba airport, Hamis Musait airbase and facilities in Najran and Jazan provinces.
Explosions reported
Strong explosions were heard over Riyadh on the night of Tuesday, with earlier sounds reported by AFP journalists and residents. The blasts caused windows to rattle near the capital.
Airline warning
Houthi military representative Yahya Sari warned global airlines using Saudi airspace to suspend flights, declaring the airspace a military operation zone except for Mecca and Medina.