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Saudi Arabia vs Houthis

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Houthis

Houthi rebels
Houthi rebels
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Houthis

The Houthi–Saudi Arabian conflict is an ongoing armed confrontation between Saudi Arabia and the Iran-backed Houthi forces in Yemen, rooted in the broader Yemeni civil war.

Recent escalations include a Houthi-declared naval blockade of Saudi ports, missile and drone attacks on Saudi infrastructure, and Saudi-led coalition airstrikes on Houthi positions, including in Hodeidah.

The conflict has been marked by periods of military stalemate and unilateral ceasefires, but current hostilities raise concerns about regional stability.

The two sides remain locked in a dangerous stand-off, with no clear resolution in sight.

*AI-generated summary of publicly available data. This is not an official statement of any party.

AI-Generated Saudi Arabia Narrative

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Supporters of Saudi Arabia argue the kingdom defends a sacred regional order against Iranian expansionism, citing Houthi attacks on Abha airport and port blockades as violations of sovereignty that threaten Yemen's cultural heritage.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia argue the kingdom defends the region’s Islamic custodianship and ancient order against Iranian-backed disruption, viewing Houthi attacks on civilian airports as a violation of sacred norms.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia counter that Yemen’s heritage of independence is being weaponized by Houthi leaders, whose blockade and missile strikes sever ancient trade and pilgrimage routes central to regional cultural cohesion. They argue that Riyadh’s actions defend, not.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia argue that its coalition airstrikes on Hodeidah are lawful self-defense under international law, targeting Houthi naval blockades that illegally disrupt Saudi maritime sovereignty. They maintain the Houthi missile strikes on Abha Airport violate UN.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia argue that the kingdom’s strikes on Hodeidah are lawful self-defense under international law against the Houthis’ naval blockade and attacks on Saudi ports.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia counter that the Houthi blockade is unlawful under UNCLOS, as it targets civilian ports like Hodeidah, not military objectives, and violates freedom of navigation. They argue self-defense cannot justify collective punishment of Yemeni civilians, and.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia argue the kingdom’s strikes are a pragmatic response to Houthi maritime blackmail, not aggression, viewing the blockade as a coercive lever to force Riyadh into concessions. They point to Riyadh’s 2020 unilateral ceasefire as proof of restraint, while.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia argue the kingdom’s airstrikes are a pragmatic response to Houthi escalation, not aggression; by hitting Hodeidah, Riyadh defends its ports and airports from blockade, using force to reassert deterrence where ceasefires only rewarded Iran’s proxy.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia counter that Houthi control of Hodeidah directly threatens Red Sea shipping lanes, and Riyadh’s strikes target a strategic chokehold, not a pretext—the blockade’s real aim is cutting Iranian arms flow, not shielding ports.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia argue that its coalition strikes target Houthi aggression, which threatens regional stability and civilian infrastructure, and that Riyadh's ceasefires show restraint.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia argue that the kingdom’s strikes on Houthi infrastructure are a moral duty to defend civilian airports and ports from blockade, viewing the coalition’s actions as a lawful response to aggression rather than escalation.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia counter that the Houthis’ blockade and strikes target civilians and critical infrastructure, not merely military assets, and that such tactics violate the moral duty to protect non-combatants regardless of the coalition’s actions.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia invoke the principle of defending sacred sanctuaries and innocent civilians, viewing the coalition’s strikes as righteous protection against Houthi aggression that violates divine law and regional order.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia argue that the kingdom’s strikes on Houthi positions, including Hodeidah, are a defensive duty to protect holy sites and civilian infrastructure from Iranian-backed aggression, citing scripture on the righteous defense of one’s land and people as.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia counter that the Houthi blockade defiles Yemen’s sovereignty by seizing national assets, while the Kingdom’s intervention upholds legitimate authority and protects the holy sites, framing resistance as defiance of divine order.

AI-Generated Houthis Narrative

*AI-generated summary of publicly available statements and reporting. This is not an official statement of this party.

Supporters of Houthis frame the naval blockade and strikes on Saudi infrastructure as a defensive cultural stand against foreign intervention, echoing centuries of Yemeni resistance to external domination. They point to Saudi airstrikes on Hodeidah as proof that Riyadh's.

Supporters of Houthis argue that Saudi airstrikes on Hodeidah repeat a pattern of punishing Yemeni sovereignty, recalling past blockades and stalemates as evidence of Riyadh’s disregard for civilian life.

Supporters of the Houthis counter that Yemen's cultural heritage is being destroyed by Saudi-led airstrikes, not defended, citing ancient Sana'a's bombed quarters as evidence of a campaign that erases history rather than preserves it.

Supporters of Houthis argue that the naval blockade of Saudi ports is a lawful act of self-defense under international law, justified by Riyadh's continued airstrikes on Yemeni infrastructure like Hodeidah.

Supporters of Houthis argue that maritime blockades and strikes on Saudi ports are lawful self-defense under international law, citing Saudi-led coalition airstrikes on Hodeidah as prior breaches of sovereignty that justify reciprocal measures.

Supporters of the Houthis counter that the coalition’s airstrikes on Hodeidah exceed self-defense, violating international humanitarian law by targeting civilian ports and blocking vital aid, whereas the Houthi strikes respond to an ongoing blockade imposed by Saudi Arabia,.

Supporters of Houthis argue Saudi Arabia's airstrikes on Hodeidah are a pretext to shield its own ports from a naval blockade that exposes Riyadh's economic vulnerability.

Supporters of Houthis argue the blockade and strikes are leverage, not ideology—Saudi Arabia’s airstrikes on Hodeidah and Sanaa prove Riyadh seeks control, not peace. For them, ceasefires are tactical pauses, and pressure on Saudi ports is the only currency that forces.

Supporters of Houthis counter that Riyadh’s 2020 ceasefire was a tactical retreat, not restraint, given Saudi forces were bleeding in the field. They argue the maritime blockade is the only leverage forcing Saudi Arabia to negotiate, and strikes are a reaction to Houthis’.

Supporters of Houthis argue that a defensive naval blockade and strikes on Saudi infrastructure are morally justified as resistance against foreign aggression, viewing the coalition's airstrikes as the greater violation of Yemeni sovereignty.

Supporters of Houthis argue that their naval blockade and strikes are a moral defense against Saudi aggression, citing the coalition's airstrikes on Hodeidah as evidence of disproportionate harm to civilians.

Supporters of Houthis counter that coalition strikes have killed thousands of Yemeni civilians, making any claimed restraint hollow; for them, Riyadh's ceasefires ring false when blockades still starve a nation.

Supporters of Houthis argue their naval blockade and strikes defend Yemen's sovereignty against Saudi aggression, viewing the conflict as a righteous struggle rooted in religious duty to resist foreign intervention.

Supporters of Houthis argue that their naval blockade and strikes on Saudi ports defend Yemeni sovereignty against foreign aggression, framing resistance as a religious duty to protect the faithful from coalition bombardment.

Supporters of the Houthis counter that their struggle defends the sanctity of Yemeni homes and Shia traditions, arguing that Saudi strikes desecrate sacred ground, not protect it, and that true divine law opposes the bombing of innocent worshippers.

AI-Generated Saudi Arabia Narrative

AI-generated summary of publicly available statements and reporting. This is not an official statement of this party.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia argue the kingdom defends a sacred regional order against Iranian expansionism, citing Houthi attacks on Abha airport and port blockades as violations of sovereignty that threaten Yemen's cultural heritage.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia argue the kingdom defends the region’s Islamic custodianship and ancient order against Iranian-backed disruption, viewing Houthi attacks on civilian airports as a violation of sacred norms.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia counter that Yemen’s heritage of independence is being weaponized by Houthi leaders, whose blockade and missile strikes sever ancient trade and pilgrimage routes central to regional cultural cohesion. They argue that Riyadh’s actions defend, not.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia argue that its coalition airstrikes on Hodeidah are lawful self-defense under international law, targeting Houthi naval blockades that illegally disrupt Saudi maritime sovereignty. They maintain the Houthi missile strikes on Abha Airport violate UN.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia argue that the kingdom’s strikes on Hodeidah are lawful self-defense under international law against the Houthis’ naval blockade and attacks on Saudi ports.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia counter that the Houthi blockade is unlawful under UNCLOS, as it targets civilian ports like Hodeidah, not military objectives, and violates freedom of navigation. They argue self-defense cannot justify collective punishment of Yemeni civilians, and.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia argue the kingdom’s strikes are a pragmatic response to Houthi maritime blackmail, not aggression, viewing the blockade as a coercive lever to force Riyadh into concessions. They point to Riyadh’s 2020 unilateral ceasefire as proof of restraint, while.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia argue the kingdom’s airstrikes are a pragmatic response to Houthi escalation, not aggression; by hitting Hodeidah, Riyadh defends its ports and airports from blockade, using force to reassert deterrence where ceasefires only rewarded Iran’s proxy.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia counter that Houthi control of Hodeidah directly threatens Red Sea shipping lanes, and Riyadh’s strikes target a strategic chokehold, not a pretext—the blockade’s real aim is cutting Iranian arms flow, not shielding ports.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia argue that its coalition strikes target Houthi aggression, which threatens regional stability and civilian infrastructure, and that Riyadh's ceasefires show restraint.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia argue that the kingdom’s strikes on Houthi infrastructure are a moral duty to defend civilian airports and ports from blockade, viewing the coalition’s actions as a lawful response to aggression rather than escalation.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia counter that the Houthis’ blockade and strikes target civilians and critical infrastructure, not merely military assets, and that such tactics violate the moral duty to protect non-combatants regardless of the coalition’s actions.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia invoke the principle of defending sacred sanctuaries and innocent civilians, viewing the coalition’s strikes as righteous protection against Houthi aggression that violates divine law and regional order.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia argue that the kingdom’s strikes on Houthi positions, including Hodeidah, are a defensive duty to protect holy sites and civilian infrastructure from Iranian-backed aggression, citing scripture on the righteous defense of one’s land and people as.

Supporters of Saudi Arabia counter that the Houthi blockade defiles Yemen’s sovereignty by seizing national assets, while the Kingdom’s intervention upholds legitimate authority and protects the holy sites, framing resistance as defiance of divine order.

AI-Generated Houthis Narrative

Supporters of Houthis frame the naval blockade and strikes on Saudi infrastructure as a defensive cultural stand against foreign intervention, echoing centuries of Yemeni resistance to external domination. They point to Saudi airstrikes on Hodeidah as proof that Riyadh's.

Supporters of Houthis argue that Saudi airstrikes on Hodeidah repeat a pattern of punishing Yemeni sovereignty, recalling past blockades and stalemates as evidence of Riyadh’s disregard for civilian life.

Supporters of the Houthis counter that Yemen's cultural heritage is being destroyed by Saudi-led airstrikes, not defended, citing ancient Sana'a's bombed quarters as evidence of a campaign that erases history rather than preserves it.

Supporters of Houthis argue that the naval blockade of Saudi ports is a lawful act of self-defense under international law, justified by Riyadh's continued airstrikes on Yemeni infrastructure like Hodeidah.

Supporters of Houthis argue that maritime blockades and strikes on Saudi ports are lawful self-defense under international law, citing Saudi-led coalition airstrikes on Hodeidah as prior breaches of sovereignty that justify reciprocal measures.

Supporters of the Houthis counter that the coalition’s airstrikes on Hodeidah exceed self-defense, violating international humanitarian law by targeting civilian ports and blocking vital aid, whereas the Houthi strikes respond to an ongoing blockade imposed by Saudi Arabia,.

Supporters of Houthis argue Saudi Arabia's airstrikes on Hodeidah are a pretext to shield its own ports from a naval blockade that exposes Riyadh's economic vulnerability.

Supporters of Houthis argue the blockade and strikes are leverage, not ideology—Saudi Arabia’s airstrikes on Hodeidah and Sanaa prove Riyadh seeks control, not peace. For them, ceasefires are tactical pauses, and pressure on Saudi ports is the only currency that forces.

Supporters of Houthis counter that Riyadh’s 2020 ceasefire was a tactical retreat, not restraint, given Saudi forces were bleeding in the field. They argue the maritime blockade is the only leverage forcing Saudi Arabia to negotiate, and strikes are a reaction to Houthis’.

Supporters of Houthis argue that a defensive naval blockade and strikes on Saudi infrastructure are morally justified as resistance against foreign aggression, viewing the coalition's airstrikes as the greater violation of Yemeni sovereignty.

Supporters of Houthis argue that their naval blockade and strikes are a moral defense against Saudi aggression, citing the coalition's airstrikes on Hodeidah as evidence of disproportionate harm to civilians.

Supporters of Houthis counter that coalition strikes have killed thousands of Yemeni civilians, making any claimed restraint hollow; for them, Riyadh's ceasefires ring false when blockades still starve a nation.

Supporters of Houthis argue their naval blockade and strikes defend Yemen's sovereignty against Saudi aggression, viewing the conflict as a righteous struggle rooted in religious duty to resist foreign intervention.

Supporters of Houthis argue that their naval blockade and strikes on Saudi ports defend Yemeni sovereignty against foreign aggression, framing resistance as a religious duty to protect the faithful from coalition bombardment.

Supporters of the Houthis counter that their struggle defends the sanctity of Yemeni homes and Shia traditions, arguing that Saudi strikes desecrate sacred ground, not protect it, and that true divine law opposes the bombing of innocent worshippers.

 
 
 
 
 
Oct 31, 2026
Houthi Military Capabilities and External Support

Analysts say the seizure of state arsenals, external backing and extensive military evolution has helped the Houthis.

Oct 30, 2026
Houthi attacks on Saudi airports and oil facilities

Houthi forces claim six attacks on Saudi airports and oil facilities.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 30, 2026
Iran-Mecca pact talks in Tehran

Talks between Iran and Mecca pact countries held in Tehran earlier this week.

Oct 30, 2026
Saudi Arabia intercepts Houthi drone targeting Mecca

Saudi Arabia reports intercepting a Houthi drone targeting Mecca; Houthis deny targeting the region.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 29, 2026
Houthi missile strike on Ras Tanura refinery

Yemen's Houthis claimed to have hit Saudi Arabia's Ras Tanura oil refinery with a ballistic missile.

Oct 27, 2026
Saudi-led coalition intercepts Houthi missiles and drones

The Saudi-led coalition says it downed missiles and drones launched by the Houthi movement aimed at Saudi Arabia.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 27, 2026
Tehran de-escalation meeting

Top officials from Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, Pakistan, and Iran meet in Tehran to de-escalate conflict.

Oct 26, 2026
Riyadh airport partially reopens

King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh partially reopened as attacks continued.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 26, 2026
Exchange of heavy attacks

Yemen's Houthi group and the Saudi-led coalition exchanged heavy attacks, with casualties reported.

Oct 26, 2026
Missile interception

Saudi-led coalition intercepts a Houthi-launched missile.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 26, 2026
Coalition strikes on Houthi missile facilities

Saudi-led coalition says it destroyed ballistic missile launchers, tunnels, and a missile storage depot used by the Houthis.

Oct 26, 2026
Houthi attack on Riyadh airport

Attack claimed by the Houthis on King Khalid International Airport that killed 13 people and halted operations.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 26, 2026
Partial reopening of Riyadh airport

Saudi Arabia partly reopened King Khalid International Airport despite renewed Houthi threats.

Oct 26, 2026
Houthi missile attack on Khamis Mushait

Houthi-fired missiles were intercepted over Khamis Mushait, Saudi Arabia, and debris caused damage in the city.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 25, 2026
Interception of drone and missile toward Riyadh

Saudi-led coalition intercepted a drone and a missile launched towards Riyadh.

Oct 25, 2026
Interception of 10 missiles targeting southern region

Saudi-led coalition intercepted 10 missiles targeting the southern region of Saudi Arabia.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 25, 2026
Houthi barrage intercepted near Mecca

Saudi air defences intercepted a Houthi barrage near Mecca.

Oct 25, 2026
Ground battles and siege in Taiz

Fierce ground battles and a devastating siege continue in Yemen's Taiz.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 24, 2026
Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Aden

Houthi missiles reportedly struck a number of targets in Yemen, including Aden's airport and a coastguard base.

Oct 24, 2026
Houthi ballistic missile intercepted over Riyadh

Saudi-led coalition air defenses downed a Houthi ballistic missile targeting Riyadh.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 22, 2026
Houthi strike on Saudi-run military camp in Aden

Yemen's Houthis claimed a strike on a military camp in Aden run by Saudi-led forces.

Oct 22, 2026
Attack on airport in eastern Saudi Arabia

Two people were killed in an attack on an airport in eastern Saudi Arabia, according to authorities.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 19, 2026
Houthis vs Saudi-led coalition: Exchange of strikes and Egypt's support for Riyadh

Houthis, Saudi coalition trade strikes as Egypt vows to support Riyadh

Oct 19, 2026
Houthi strike on Yemen military camp

Houthi attack on a military camp kills at least 50 new recruits.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 19, 2026
Deadly weekend attacks

Deadly attacks over the weekend blamed on Saudi-led forces.

Oct 18, 2026
Saudi-Houthi Hostilities and Strait of Hormuz Tanker Explosions

Tensions across the Middle East continue to simmer, with explosions reported aboard tankers in the Strait of Hormuz and Saudi-Houthi hostilities showing no signs of abating.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 18, 2026
Airstrikes around Taiz

Saudi-led forces struck multiple positions around Taiz to break the Houthi siege.

Oct 18, 2026
Kingdom Center employees told to work from home

Management of Riyadh's Kingdom Center tower instructed employees to work from home until further notice amid escalating Houthi attacks.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 17, 2026
Houthi missile strike on Aden airport

Ballistic missiles launched by the Houthi group struck the international airport in Aden, according to Aden's security administration.

Oct 17, 2026
Saudi-led coalition intercepts drones and missiles

The Saudi-led coalition intercepted fresh drones and missiles over Saudi Arabia and the Red Sea.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 17, 2026
Coalition destroys missile launchers

The Saudi-led coalition announced the destruction of two missile launchers in Yemen.

Oct 16, 2026
Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia and Riyadh's Regional Standing

As Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis continue to target Saudi Arabia, Riyadh's vulnerability threatens its claim on regional and religious leadership — as well as its standing as an economic powerhouse.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 16, 2026
Continued fighting

Fighting between the Saudi-led coalition and Yemen's Houthi group continued on Wednesday.

Oct 16, 2026
Houthi threat

The Houthis warned of strikes 'deep inside Saudi Arabia.'

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 15, 2026
Yemen War: Houthis vs Saudi Arabia

Houthis attempt to raise the cost of the Yemen war for Saudi Arabia as attacks, fighting intensify.

Oct 15, 2026
Cross-border strikes continue

Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Houthi group traded threats of retaliation as cross-border strikes on major cities and oil facilities continued.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 15, 2026
Israel and US discuss renewing strikes on Iran

Israel and the US reportedly discussed the possibility of renewing strikes against Iran before Israeli parliamentary elections.

Oct 15, 2026
Houthi missile attack on Yemen's presidential palace in Aden

Houthi forces targeted Yemen's presidential palace in Aden with missiles.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 14, 2026
Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia and Disruption of Umrah Pilgrim Travel

Muslim pilgrims headed to Mecca for Umrah are facing travel disruptions as Houthi attacks hit Saudi Arabia.

Oct 14, 2026
Houthi Missile Attacks on Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia says it intercepted missiles targeting Riyadh and Dhahran, with falling debris injuring people.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 14, 2026
Houthi missile strikes on Saudi Arabia

The Houthis launched a fresh wave of missiles targeting energy infrastructure across Saudi Arabia.

Oct 14, 2026
Saudi-led coalition strikes

The Saudi-led coalition carried out strikes targeting energy infrastructure.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 14, 2026
Injuries from intercepted missile debris in Riyadh

Four people were injured as a result of debris from intercepted missiles in Riyadh.

Oct 14, 2026
Saudi-led coalition strikes on Houthi sites

The Saudi-led coalition carried out strikes on Houthi 'vital assets' in Yemen.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 14, 2026
Aramco office hit in Dhahran

A Saudi Aramco building in Dhahran was hit.

Oct 14, 2026
Houthi missile strike on King Khalid International Airport

Yemen's Houthi group launched a ballistic missile strike on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 14, 2026
Houthi missile launch towards Riyadh

The Saudi-led coalition intercepted a Houthi missile launched towards Riyadh; Saudi civil defence authority issued alerts and later said danger passed.

Oct 14, 2026
Houthi strike on Saudi Aramco executive offices

Iran-backed Houthis struck Saudi Aramco's executive offices, demonstrating their ability to attack high-profile targets.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 14, 2026
Saudi Pro League postpones three matches

Three Saudi Pro League matches, including one involving Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr, were postponed due to Houthi attacks.

Oct 13, 2026
Saudi-led coalition vs Houthis in Yemen conflict

The Saudi-led coalition fighting in Yemen struck a fuel depot near the Houthi-controlled capital, Sanaa.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 13, 2026
Saudi-led military offensive against the Houthis in Yemen

Houthi attacks on airports and energy facilities are putting Saudi Arabia under pressure. Could a Saudi-led international military offensive succeed against the Iran-aligned Houthi militia in Yemen?

Oct 13, 2026
Houthis vs Saudi Arabia: Escalating Cross-Border Strikes

Fighting has continued between Iran-backed rebels and Saudi Arabia, adversely impacting the kingdom's economy and security. Still, Saudi officials have stopped warning of Houthi attacks in an effort to calm fears.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 13, 2026
Houthi missile attack on Riyadh

Houthi forces fired a ballistic missile at Riyadh, marking the third consecutive day of such attacks.

Oct 13, 2026
Saudi Arabia intercepts missile

Saudi Arabia claims to have downed a ballistic missile fired at Riyadh.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 13, 2026
Houthi claim of targeting King Khalid Airport

Houthis state they targeted King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh.

Oct 13, 2026
Deadly Houthi airport strikes

Houthi attacks on Riyadh's international airport resulted in deaths and suspension of operations.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 13, 2026
Saudi-led coalition evacuation order for Sanaa

The Saudi-led coalition issued an evacuation order for Sanaa, prompting Houthi threats of a harsh response.

Oct 13, 2026
Explosions in Sanaa

Explosions were reported in Sanaa shortly after the Saudi-led coalition's evacuation order.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 12, 2026
Houthi Attacks on Saudi Airports

The attacks mark the deadliest assault on Saudi soil in more than a decade.

Oct 12, 2026
Saudi Arabia vs Houthis: Military Conflict in Yemen

Security correspondent Frank Gardner explains how the Iran-backed Houthis' precision strikes and guerrilla tactics have made it difficult for Saudi forces to gain the upper hand.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 12, 2026
Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia and the Risk of Wider Middle East Conflict

Deadly Houthi attacks on Saudi airports have disrupted flights and raised fears of a wider regional conflict, as the US considers military action.

Oct 12, 2026
Iran's Offer to Mediate Saudi-Houthi Talks

Tehran offers to facilitate talks between Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Houthis following deadly strikes on the kingdom.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 12, 2026
Second Houthi strike on Riyadh airport

A Pakistani national was killed and several people were injured in a second strike on Riyadh's airport, according to Saudi authorities.

Oct 12, 2026
Houthi strike on Riyadh international airport

CCTV footage shows the moment of a Houthi strike on Riyadh's international airport on Saturday.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 12, 2026
Deadly Houthi strike on Riyadh airport

A deadly Houthi strike on Riyadh's international airport occurred the day before the latest attack.

Oct 12, 2026
New attack on Riyadh airport

A new attack on Riyadh's international airport killed a Pakistani national and injured 11 others.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 12, 2026
Fresh attacks on Saudi airports

Houthi forces launched new strikes on major airports in Saudi Arabia amid ongoing fighting with the Saudi-led coalition.

Oct 12, 2026
First attack on Riyadh airport

An attack on the King Khalid International Airport complex killed 12 people.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 12, 2026
Second attack on Riyadh airport

A passenger terminal at the King Khalid International Airport complex was struck again, causing injuries.

Oct 12, 2026
Houthi attacks on Saudi airports

Houthi armed group hit Riyadh's international airport and another facility, killing 13 people.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 12, 2026
Houthi strike on Riyadh airport

New footage shows a Houthi strike on Riyadh's airport.

Oct 11, 2026
Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia

The Houthis have stepped up their attacks on Saudi Arabian soil, and while the physical damage can be quickly repaired, its reputation for stability is taking a battering.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 11, 2026
Houthi Missile Attacks on Saudi Arabia's Air Defences

Repeated Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia's King Khalid Airport reveal the limitations of even high-tech air defences.

Oct 11, 2026
Houthi strike on Riyadh airport

Attack on Riyadh airport kills 12 and injures over 300, including an American citizen.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 11, 2026
Houthi attack on Riyadh airport

Deadly Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia's Riyadh airport

Oct 11, 2026
Trump condemns attack and weighs joining Saudi attacks

Trump condemns 'terrible' attack and says the US is evaluating whether to join Saudi Arabia's attacks on the Houthis

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 11, 2026
Riyadh airport attack

Houthi fighters struck Riyadh, killing at least 12 and injuring over 300, as confirmed by Saudi Arabia.

Oct 11, 2026
UN envoy warns Yemen has returned to full-scale war

The UN envoy for Yemen warned that the country had returned to 'full-scale war,' with hostilities spreading across multiple front lines.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 11, 2026
Deaths and injuries reported in Yemen and Saudi Arabia

More deaths and injuries were reported in Yemen and Saudi Arabia on Friday amid escalating hostilities.

Oct 11, 2026
Attack on King Khalid International Airport

An attack targeting King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh killed 12 people and injured 309 others.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 11, 2026
Riyadh airport attack

Attack on Riyadh airport kills 12 and injures hundreds; Saudi officials blame Iran-backed Houthi militia.

Oct 11, 2026
Missile attack on Riyadh airport

A missile attack on Riyadh airport killed 12 people and injured more than 300.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 11, 2026
Houthi warning to passengers

Yemen's Houthis warned passengers not to use Saudi airports.

Oct 11, 2026
Missile strike on Riyadh airport

Houthi missile strike on the main international airport in Riyadh, blamed by the Saudi-led coalition.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 11, 2026
Houthi attack on Riyadh airport

A Houthi attack on Riyadh airport killed at least 12 people and injured more than 300.

Oct 11, 2026
Houthi strike on Riyadh airport

Second Houthi strike in two days hits Saudi capital's airport.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 11, 2026
Attacks in Riyadh over the weekend

Houthi attacks killed 13 people in Riyadh over the weekend.

Oct 11, 2026
Targeting of two airports and oil facilities

Houthi group targeted two airports and oil facilities in Saudi Arabia.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 11, 2026
Deadly attack on King Khalid International Airport

A deadly attack occurred on Saturday, leading to the closure of King Khalid International Airport.

Oct 11, 2026
Second strike on Riyadh airport

A second strike hit Riyadh airport on Sunday, while the airport remained closed.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 11, 2026
Strike on Dammam airport

Dammam airport was also hit in the attacks.

Oct 11, 2026
Attack on King Khalid International Airport

Attack on King Khalid International Airport that killed 12 people and injured 300, according to Saudi Arabia.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 10, 2026
Houthi Rebels vs Saudi-Backed Coalition

Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport has already been targeted multiple times this week amid intensified fighting between Yemen-based Houthi rebels and a Saudi-backed coalition.

Oct 10, 2026
Suspected attack on Riyadh airport

A suspected attack hit the Saudi capital's airport, sparking evacuations.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 10, 2026
Houthi-claimed deadly attacks on Riyadh airport

Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed two deadly attacks on the Riyadh airport.

Oct 10, 2026
Attack on Riyadh airport

Attack on King Khalid International Airport causes multiple injuries and suspension of operations.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 9, 2026
Yemen Conflict: Saudi Arabia and Yemeni Government vs Houthi Escalation

Saudi Arabia and Yemen's internationally recognised gov't urge UN Security Council action amid Houthi escalation.

Oct 9, 2026
Saudi-led coalition operation destroying 82 Houthi targets

The Saudi-led coalition launched a large-scale operation, destroying 82 Houthi military targets across several provinces in Yemen.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 9, 2026
Houthi missile attacks on Riyadh airport

Missile attacks on Riyadh airport killed three Saudi nationals amid escalating fighting between the Houthi group and Saudi Arabia.

Oct 9, 2026
Riyadh airport attack

Houthi attack on Riyadh airport kills three, leading to its reopening.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 9, 2026
Attacks on Riyadh airport

Attacks on Riyadh airport claimed by Houthi rebels killed three people, according to Saudi authorities.

Oct 9, 2026
Saudi-led military offensive in Yemen

Saudi Arabia and allied forces launched a major military offensive against the Houthis in neighboring Yemen.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 9, 2026
Attack on Riyadh airport

Houthi attack on Riyadh airport killed three Saudi nationals.

Oct 8, 2026
Houthi-Saudi Conflict and Its Impact on Africa's Red Sea Coast

The Bab el-Mandeb Strait, which Yemeni government forces are trying to take back from the Houthis, is located not far from Djibouti and other African states.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 8, 2026
Houthi Missile Strike on Riyadh Airport

A Houthi missile strike on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport killed three people and disrupted operations, the rebels said, as Yemen's conflict continues to escalate beyond its borders.

Oct 8, 2026
Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia Airports

The Houthis have claimed responsibility for the attacks, which mark an escalation in the conflict.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 8, 2026
Houthi Missile Attack on Riyadh Airport

Houthis claim attacking Riyadh airport with ballistic missile

Oct 8, 2026
Houthi Strikes on Saudi Arabian Airports

Saudi Arabia has confirmed that Houthi strikes on two of its international airports have killed three people.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 8, 2026
Houthi ballistic missile launches

Houthi forces launched three ballistic missiles, two of which were headed toward Riyadh, according to the Saudi-led coalition.

Oct 8, 2026
Saudi-led coalition intercepts missiles

The Saudi-led coalition intercepted three Houthi ballistic missiles, including two headed toward Riyadh.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 8, 2026
Houthi missile strikes on King Khalid International Airport

Houthi forces struck Saudi Arabia's King Khalid International Airport with two salvos of missiles.

Oct 7, 2026
Houthi Attacks on Saudi Airports

Moroccan, Algerian women killed in Abha, Sudanese national killed in Riyadh.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 7, 2026
Saudi Arabia's Military Involvement in Yemen

Yemen’s long-running conflict has sharply escalated, drawing in Middle East powers as tensions rise across the region Read Full Article at RT.com

Oct 7, 2026
Houthi missile strike on Abha International Airport

Yemen's Houthi group launched a ballistic missile strike on Abha International Airport in Asir region, Saudi Arabia, claiming it disrupted air traffic.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 7, 2026
Houthi strikes on Aden and Riyadh airports

Yemen's Houthis claimed strikes on Aden International Airport and Riyadh airport, targeting key transport hubs as the war intensified.

Oct 6, 2026
Yemen Conflict: Houthis vs Saudi-led Coalition

Saudi Arabia’s Jazan and Najran airports were attacked as Saudi-led gov’t forces launched air strikes on the Houthis.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 6, 2026
Recapture of areas around Bab el-Mandeb Strait

The Saudi-led coalition says it has recaptured key areas around the Bab el-Mandeb Strait from Houthi rebels.

Oct 6, 2026
Houthi attacks on Jazan and Najran airports

Houthi strikes resulted in three wounded and damage to airports in Jazan and Najran, Saudi Arabia.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 5, 2026
Houthi Strikes on Saudi Arabia

Yemen’s Houthis say they struck Riyadh airport and other Saudi sites with missiles and drones amid an escalating cross-border conflict. Read Full Article at RT.com

Oct 5, 2026
Yemen Conflict: Houthis vs Saudi Arabia amid Iran-US Tensions

The tensions across the Middle East region remain high, with the Yemen conflict increasingly intertwined with broader tensions between Iran and the United States.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 4, 2026
Houthi strikes on Saudi Aramco facilities

The Houthis claimed missile and drone strikes on Saudi Aramco facilities in retaliation for attacks on targets across Yemen Read Full Article at RT.com

Oct 4, 2026
Saudi-led coalition vs Houthi claims over Riyadh attack

The Saudi-led coalition spokesman says the Yemeni armed group is 'attempting to divert attention' from its losses.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 4, 2026
Houthi strike on Saudi Aramco facility

Houthis claim precise missile and drone strikes on an Aramco site in Riyadh, with smoke and fire seen near the facility.

Oct 4, 2026
Saudi airstrikes on Sanaa

Loud explosions reported in Sanaa as Saudi airstrikes target Houthi positions.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 3, 2026
Saudi Arabia's Planned Offensive in Yemen

Saudi Arabia is planning a major offensive in Yemen aimed at reversing recent gains by the Iran-backed Houthis, Reuters has reported Read Full Article at RT.com

Oct 2, 2026
Houthi Denial of Saudi Claims on Medina Power Station Attack

Houthis have denied Saudi claims about an attack allegedly targeting a power station supplying electricity to the Prophet’s Mosque in Medina Read Full Article at RT.com

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oct 1, 2026
Power station attack in Medina

The Saudi-led coalition says a power station in Medina was attacked, blaming the Houthis.

Oct 1, 2026
Heavy losses inflicted on Houthis in Taiz

The Saudi-backed government army says it is inflicting heavy losses on the Houthis in Taiz, Yemen.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 30, 2026
Saudi Arabia vs Houthis: Security Response and Regional Conflict

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman says the kingdom 'will not hesitate to respond firmly to any threat'.

Sep 30, 2026
Are the Houthis winning against Saudi Arabia?

It's unclear how the Saudis can defuse the threat presented by the Houthis in next-door Yemen or who they can turn to for help. The US isn't interested, the Europeans are hedging and nobody wants open conflict with Iran.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 27, 2026
Alleged Saudi airstrike on Taiz market

The Houthi-run health ministry accused the Saudi Air Force of striking a market in Taiz, Yemen, causing casualties and vowing retaliation.

Sep 25, 2026
Houthi attacks on Saudi Aramco facilities

Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed to have successfully attacked Aramco facilities, leading to a jump in oil prices.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 24, 2026
Saudi-led coalition vs Houthis: Missile attacks and interception claims

No response by Yemen's Houthis to a claim by the coalition forces that its missiles targeted Taif and Yanbu.

Sep 23, 2026
Houthis vs Saudi Arabia: Aircraft Shootdown Claim

Houthis claim Saudi military aircraft shot down over Taiz

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 22, 2026
Saudi Arabia vs Houthis: Attacks on Mecca

Saudi monarch's rare condemnation hints at sense of urgency in the kingdom amid ramped-up attacks from Yemen.

Sep 21, 2026
Yemen War: Houthis vs Saudi-Backed Forces

The BBC's Frank Gardner speaks to some of those who have fled the war by crossing the Red Sea to Djibouti

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 21, 2026
Houthis vs Saudi-led coalition: missile and drone attacks on Riyadh

Yemen’s Houthis have claimed missile and drone attacks on Riyadh as fighting with the Saudi-led coalition intensifies Read Full Article at RT.com

Sep 21, 2026
Houthis seize positions around Bab el-Mandeb Strait

Yemen's Houthis seized strategic positions around the Bab el-Mandeb Strait and vowed to target only Saudi-linked vessels.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 20, 2026
Saudi Arabia's Intelligence Cooperation with Israel Amid Houthi Attacks

Houthi attacks are pushing Saudi Arabia toward intelligence cooperation with Israel, potentially reshaping the Middle East’s security order Read Full Article at RT.com

Sep 20, 2026
Saudi Arabia vs Houthis: Conflict and Threats

Yemeni group warns of further attacks on the kingdom.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 20, 2026
Houthi Rebels vs Saudi Arabia in Yemen's Civil War

The Iran-backed group said it has assured the Trump administration it won’t attack U.S. vessels in the Red Sea.

Sep 20, 2026
Saudi Arabia's Response to Houthi Attacks from Yemen

Nawaf Obaid tells Al Jazeera that Saudi Arabia’s response to Houthi attacks from Yemen will be massive.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 20, 2026
US Security Alerts on Saudi-Houthi Hostilities

The US has issued security alerts across the Middle East, warning that renewed Saudi-Houthi hostilities could escalate rapidly Read Full Article at RT.com

Sep 20, 2026
Houthi missile fired at Riyadh

The Saudi-led coalition says its defences intercepted a Houthi missile fired at Riyadh, the first alert in the city since an escalation between the Houthis and the Saudis.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 20, 2026
Houthi attacks on Riyadh and Yanbu

Yemen's Houthi group launched large-scale attacks targeting Riyadh and Yanbu, a major industrial and energy hub on Saudi Arabia's Red Sea coast.

Sep 20, 2026
Houthi missile attack on Riyadh

Yemen's Houthi rebels attempted to attack Saudi Arabia's capital, Riyadh, with a ballistic missile, as confirmed by Saudi Arabia.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 19, 2026
Cross-border strikes between Saudi Arabia and Houthi group

Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Houthi group exchanged fresh strikes across their border on Thursday.

Sep 19, 2026
Tensions disrupt Strait of Hormuz traffic

Tensions between the United States and Iran continued to disrupt traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 19, 2026
First air raid alerts for Riyadh

Saudi Arabia issued its first air raid alerts for Riyadh since Houthis escalated attacks; explosions were reported in the capital and residents later received the all-clear.

Sep 19, 2026
Attack on Riyadh airport

Houthis claim attack on Saudi capital, smoke seen near Riyadh airport, causing flight disruptions.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 19, 2026
Houthi claim of strikes on Riyadh and Yanbu port

The Houthis said they targeted sensitive sites in Riyadh and Yanbu port.

Sep 19, 2026
Blaze at fuel depot near Riyadh airport

A fire occurred at a fuel depot near Riyadh's main airport.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 18, 2026
Saudi Arabia vs Houthis: Escalating Conflict in Yemen

The war in Yemen intensifies with mounting clashes and reciprocal attacks between Saudi forces and the Houthis.

Sep 18, 2026
Pakistan's Commitment to Saudi Arabia's Defense

Assurance comes amid questions over Pakistan and Turkiye's stance on Riyadh's fight with Houthis following defence pact.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 18, 2026
Saudi airstrikes on Yemen

Saudi warplanes pounded Yemen.

Sep 18, 2026
Houthi missile and drone attacks on Saudi cities

Houthi fighters launched drones and missiles at Saudi cities.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 17, 2026
Saudi Arabia vs Yemen's Houthis: Cross-Border Attacks and Accusations

Houthi leader Abdel-Malik al-Houthi says Saudi claims that the group targeted Mecca are a 'heinous lie'.

Sep 17, 2026
Saudi Arabia vs Houthis: Escalating Conflict and Attack Denials

Five people were reportedly killed as the escalation between the two sides continues to spiral. The Houthis denied attacking Mecca, with Saudi Arabia saying one person was killed by drone shrapnel.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 17, 2026
Houthi Claim of Downing Saudi F-15 vs Saudi Coalition Denial

BBC Verify tracks down the location of a Houthi video showing the wreckage of an F-15 they claim to have shot down.

Sep 17, 2026
Saudi Arabia's Request for Air Defenses Amid Conflict with Houthis

Saudi Arabia is asking other countries to provide additional air defenses amid its renewed conflict with the Houthis, AP has reported Read Full Article at RT.com

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 17, 2026
Disinformation in the Houthi-Saudi Conflict

As fighting between the Houthis and Saudi Arabia escalates, old and repurposed videos have flooded social media, with many presented as fresh footage from the front lines.

Sep 16, 2026
Houthi claim of downing Saudi fighter jet in Marib

Houthi forces have released a video claiming to show a Saudi fighter jet the group says was shot down in Yemen’s Marib.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 16, 2026
Houthi Claim of Saudi F-15 Shootdown

Yemen’s Houthi forces have claimed that they shot down a Saudi F-15 fighter jet Read Full Article at RT.com

Sep 16, 2026
Houthi drone intercepted near Mecca

Saudi Arabia intercepted a Houthi drone before it entered Mecca, stating that pilgrims' security is a 'red line'.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 16, 2026
Saudi Arabia intercepts Houthi drone headed for Mecca

Saudi Arabia intercepted and destroyed a Houthi drone that was heading toward Mecca.

Sep 16, 2026
Saudi-led coalition destroys Houthi drone near Mecca

The Saudi-led coalition said its air defenses destroyed a Houthi-deployed drone just outside Mecca, a claim the Houthis denied.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 16, 2026
Drone shot down south of Mecca

The Saudi-led coalition says it intercepted and shot down a Houthi drone south of Mecca; the Houthis deny targeting the holy city.

Sep 15, 2026
Saudi Arabia vs Houthi Rebels: Red Sea Attacks and Regional Backing

Saudi Arabia’s crown prince is seeking backing as the kingdom faces increased attacks by Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 15, 2026
Saudi Arabia's Military Options in the Escalating War with the Houthis

Riyadh has several military options, say analysts, but all of them carry risks, too.

Sep 15, 2026
Saudi Arabia's Strategy Against the Houthis in Yemen

Saudi Arabia faces growing security and economic problems as it seeks to balance deterrence and diplomacy during its escalating conflict with the Iran-backed Houthis in neighboring Yemen.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 15, 2026
Houthi Gains Near Bab el-Mandeb and Red Sea Shipping Risks

Houthi gains near Bab el-Mandeb are raising new risks for shipping and putting Saudi Arabia under fresh strain Read Full Article at RT.com

Sep 15, 2026
Saudi-led coalition vs Houthis in Yemen conflict

Saudi-led coalition promises to respond 'firmly' to Houthi strikes on urban areas in Saudi Arabia.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 14, 2026
Houthi Attacks on Saudi Air Base

Yemen's Houthis claim major missile, drone attack on Saudi air base

Sep 14, 2026
Houthi capture of Red Sea islands

Iran-backed Houthi rebels captured two strategic Red Sea islands, tightening their grip on a key shipping route.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 13, 2026
Houthi Strike on Saudi Arabia

Mosque and homes damaged in Saudi Arabia after alleged Houthi strike

Sep 13, 2026
Houthi projectile attack on Jazan region

Houthi projectile wounds two and damages a mosque in Jazan region, Saudi Arabia.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 13, 2026
Houthis accuse Saudi Arabia of 129 strikes in 48 hours

The Houthis accused Saudi Arabia of launching 129 strikes over a 48-hour period, amid fears over the impact on Riyadh's oil industry.

Sep 12, 2026
US Involvement in the Houthi-Saudi Conflict

Yemen’s Houthis have asked Washington not to intervene in their escalating conflict with Saudi Arabia, President Donald Trump has said Read Full Article at RT.com

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 12, 2026
Saudi airstrikes on Mokha airport

Saudi-led airstrikes hit Yemen's rebel-held Mokha airport.

Sep 12, 2026
Houthi capture of island near key strait

Houthi rebels captured an island near a strategic strait.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 12, 2026
Houthi seizure of Yemen's Red Sea coast

Houthi forces took control of Yemen's Red Sea coast.

Sep 12, 2026
Saudi pipeline shutdown

Saudi Arabia suspended a crucial oil pipeline following a drone attack.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 11, 2026
Houthi Red Sea Shipping Policy and Saudi Vessels

Houthi spokesman Yahya Saree said maritime navigation in the Red Sea is safe, except for Saudi ships.

Sep 11, 2026
Houthi Maritime Navigation Policy vs Saudi Arabia

Yemen's Houthis say maritime navigation safe except for Saudi vessels

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 11, 2026
Houthi takeover of Mokha, Dhubab, and Perim

Houthi forces seized control of Mokha, Dhubab, and Perim in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, advancing against Yemen's government and Saudi Arabia.

Sep 10, 2026
Saudi Arabia's Response to Houthi Attacks

Riyadh needs to restore deterrence without being pulled back into a prolonged Yemen war.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 10, 2026
Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia

A major Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia that tested the Mecca Agreement's collective defense.

Sep 8, 2026
Saudi-Houthi conflict duration

Khaled Batarfi, a Saudi political analyst, says the war with the Houthis will not be ‘prolonged’.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 8, 2026
Houthi attacks on southern Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia says a wave of Houthi attacks on the country’s south have injured 73 people, including women and children.

Sep 8, 2026
Alleged Saudi air strike on al-Hazm prison

Houthi-run media outlet released footage of destruction after alleged Saudi air strike on al-Hazm prison, reportedly killing seven.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 8, 2026
Houthi attacks on Saudi civilian and energy sites

Houthis attacked civilian sites in Abha, Khamis Mushait, Jizan and Najran, wounding 73 people.

Sep 8, 2026
Houthi strikes on Saudi cities

Houthi strikes injure 73 and disrupt energy facilities in southern Saudi cities.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sep 8, 2026
Houthi attack on Saudi oil facilities

Houthi attacks ignited fires at Saudi oil facilities and wounded 73 people.

Sep 8, 2026
Houthi attacks on Saudi cities and energy facilities

Attacks injured 73 people and caused fires at oil facilities.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Aug 25, 2026
Houthi strikes and the risk of renewed Yemen conflict

The Iran-backed Houthis are using regional warfare to increase pressure on Saudi Arabia, while their attacks risk reopening Yemen's own conflict and disrupting shipping in the Red Sea.

Aug 13, 2026
Will all-out war in Yemen reignite as the Houthis escalate attacks?

Analysts say Saudi Arabia is strengthening its position with regional allies as the Houthis increase their attacks.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Aug 13, 2026
Announcement of naval blockade

The Houthis announced a new naval blockade threatening Saudi Arabian shipping.

Aug 11, 2026
Houthi attack on Jazan refinery

Houthis attacked Saudi Aramco's Jazan refinery, two days after Saudi Arabia signed a defense pact with Turkey and Pakistan.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Aug 10, 2026
Houthi missile and drone attack on Mokha

Houthi rebels fired ballistic missiles and drones at Saudi-backed forces in Mokha.

Aug 9, 2026
Houthi attacks on Saudi oil facilities and Iran's diplomatic overtures

Houthis claim attack on Saudi oil facility in Yemen port as Iran seeks to create grounds for talks with US

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Aug 9, 2026
Houthi attack on Saudi oil facility

Iran-backed Houthi rebels claim an attack on a Saudi oil facility in response to Saudi drones breaching Yemeni airspace.

Aug 7, 2026
Houthi-Saudi Arabia tensions amid US-Israel-Iran conflict

Tensions between the Houthis and Saudi Arabia have increased since the US-Israel war on Iran began.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Aug 7, 2026
Houthi attack on southern Saudi Arabia

Shelling by Houthi forces wounded 11 civilians in southern Saudi Arabia.

Aug 7, 2026
Joint defense deal signing

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan are due to sign a joint defense deal.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Aug 6, 2026
Houthi attacks on Saudi-led coalition forces in Yemen

Yemen's Houthis say they launched drones and ballistic missiles in Marib and Hadramout.

Aug 1, 2026
Saudi-led coalition strikes on Hodeidah

Airstrikes carried out on Hodeidah port following Houthi attacks on shipping.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Jul 31, 2026
Military flare-up between Houthis and Saudi Arabia challenges relative calm in Yemen

Riyadh and Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels are on the brink of renewed conflict. Could war-ravaged Yemen be drawn into a wider Middle East war?

Jul 24, 2026
Saudi-led coalition strikes Hodeidah

Saudi Arabia bombed Houthi positions in Hodeidah, as part of a series of airstrikes on Houthi targets.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
July 2026
Houthis declare naval blockade on Saudi ports

Yemen's Houthis announced a naval blockade against Saudi Arabia, set to take effect, escalating maritime tensions.

July 2026
Houthis attack Abha International Airport

Houthi forces fired missiles and drones at Saudi Arabia's Abha International Airport after accusing the kingdom of bombing Sanaa International Airport.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Jul 6, 2025
Second strike on Riyadh airport

A second strike hits Riyadh airport, killing at least one person, as King Khalid International Airport remains closed.

Jul 5, 2025
Deadly attack on Riyadh airport

A deadly attack on King Khalid International Airport leads to its closure.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2024
Formal launch of Saudi maritime coalition

Saudi Arabia announced the formal launch of a maritime defense coalition to protect navigation in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.

Mar 16, 2021
Houthi missile and drone attacks on Saudi targets

Houthis claim large-scale missile and drone raid on military and energy facilities in southern Saudi Arabia, in response to Saudi military operations in Yemen.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Feb 16, 2021
Houthi drone attack on Najran airport

Houthi group claimed responsibility for a drone attack on Najran airport in southwestern Saudi Arabia, citing response to alleged Saudi drone incursions.

2020
Saudi Arabia declares first unilateral ceasefire

Saudi Arabia declared its first unilateral ceasefire in the Yemen conflict, following years of military stalemate.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2019
Conflict reported as military stalemate

The conflict was reported as a 'military stalemate', indicating a prolonged period of no decisive gains for either side.

2014
Houthi takeover

Houthi forces took control of Yemen's capital, Sanaa, marking the beginning of the civil war.

 
 
 
 
 
Why Should You Care?
This conflict between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis threatens to disrupt global shipping through the Red Sea, which can lead to higher prices for goods and energy. It also risks further destabilizing Yemen, where millions already depend on aid and imports through ports like Hodeidah.
Fuel & Energy
Attacks on shipping in the Red Sea can delay oil and gas deliveries, potentially raising fuel prices at the pump.
Groceries
Disruptions to cargo routes may increase the cost of imported food and other goods, hitting household budgets.
Shipping & Trade
Ships may avoid the Red Sea, leading to longer delivery times and higher shipping costs that are passed on to consumers.
Local Impact
In Yemen, strikes on Hodeidah port threaten the entry of food and aid, worsening shortages for civilians already in need.
Inflation
Higher transport and energy costs can contribute to overall inflation, making everyday purchases more expensive.
The bottom line: The most immediate impact is on your wallet: potential price hikes and supply delays from disrupted shipping, plus a humanitarian risk for Yemeni civilians.
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