Houthi media says Saudi Arabia hit oil facility near Sanaa

On Tuesday, Houthi media claimed that Saudi Arabia launched an attack on an oil facility located near Sanaa. AFP correspondent on the ground in Sanaa reported hearing an explosion, while Al-Masirah TV, controlled by the Houthi group, stated that Saudi aggression targeted the oil company in Al-Sabaha, situated west of the city.

Earlier, the Saudi-led coalition had issued a warning to civilians to evacuate the Al-Sabaha station, which is situated near the Houthi-controlled capital. The station, belonging to the Yemen Petroleum Company (YPC), was targeted following a series of deadly Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, including the strike on Riyadh airport. Consequently, many civilians rushed to fuel stations in Sanaa, anticipating potential shortages.

However, the YPC reassured the public that they had taken all necessary precautions to ensure the availability of petroleum products in case of an emergency. They emphasized that the Al-Sabaha facility currently lacks any stock of petroleum products, meaning that an attack on it would not impact fuel supply or distribution chains. The company stated that stocks for consumption are well-stocked in secure facilities and locations, providing sufficient quantities to meet demand for extended periods.