Houthi attacks disrupt Saudi energy facilities, wound 73, authorities say
DUBAI, Sept 8 (Reuters) - Operations at some energy facilities in Saudi Arabia, the world's top oil exporter, were halted on Tuesday following attacks by Yemen's Iran-alignedHouthis that wounded more than 70 people, Saudi authorities said. Fires erupted at the sitesand several people were injured as firefighting and other emergency teams rushed to the scenes to contain the blazes and assess the…
On Tuesday, attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels disrupted energy facilities in Saudi Arabia, resulting in 73 people being injured, including women and children. The Saudi foreign ministry condemned the "terrorist Houthi militia's targeting of civilian and economic" sites in southern cities of Abha, Khamis Mushait, Jazan, and Najran.
Fires erupted at the sites, and emergency teams worked to contain the blazes and assess damage. The Saudi energy ministry stated that authorities were handling the repercussions of the attacks and would take measures to ensure the safety of facilities and workers. Riyadh pledged to defend its sovereignty and called for an immediate halt to Houthi attacks on shipping.
The conflict intensified as tensions mounted between the United States and Iran, leading to a rise in oil prices. The Houthi military spokesperson announced a broad operation deep into Saudi territory, while the Saudi-led coalition vowed to respond firmly to the latest escalation.
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