No warning, deadly attack: Saudi Arabia's alert system under scrutiny after Riyadh strikes
Western, Arab officials and political analysts stated that the recent response disputes the kingdom’s capacity to safeguard its citizens and tourists.
Saudi Arabia's alert system came under scrutiny after a series of deadly strikes in Riyadh over the past week, with no warning given to the public. Houthi rebels launched attacks on the international airport, resulting in at least 13 deaths, including an Indian citizen, and over 300 injuries. Four Western and Arab officials, along with political analysts, questioned the kingdom's ability to protect its citizens and tourists.
The Saudi civil defense, responsible for early alerts in emergencies, issued the first alert on October 12, with a previous one on September 29. The lack of early warning led to uncertainty in the kingdom, potentially backfiring on the Saudi response. President Donald Trump criticized the Houthis for their escalating attacks, stating that they were "misbehaving very badly."
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