Saudi Arabia Vows Decisive Response After Houthi Missile Strike on Riyadh Airport Kills 12 and Injures Hundreds

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Published: 2026-10-11
Category: world
Source: The Washington Post / Associated Press

Saudi Arabia has pledged a decisive response against Iranian-backed Houthi rebels following a missile strike on Riyadh's international airport that killed 12 people and injured 309. The attack marks a significant escalation in the Middle East conflict, bringing it to the Saudi capital. The United States is reportedly weighing direct military support against the Houthis. The incident is part of intensifying Houthi strikes on Saudi airports and an offensive along Yemen's Red Sea coast, further complicating regional security and potentially impacting energy markets.

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