Yemen scholars chief: Hatred drives Houthis to commit grave crimes

Yemeni Houthi rebels launched a series of attacks against Saudi Arabia on Saturday using drones and ballistic missiles, according to Qatar Tribune. Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree claimed the strikes hit several targets, including King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, an Aramco facility in Yanbu, an oil refinery in Rabigh, and the King Fahd airport in Dammam.

Saree also stated that attacks targeted a crude oil pipeline, pumping stations, Najran airport, and an airbase in Khamis Mushait. Middle East Eye reports that the Houthis renewed warnings to travelers and airport staff that Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport remains a military target and is unsafe for use.

The Saudi-led coalition stated it intercepted two ballistic missiles targeting the cities of Taif and Yanbu. The coalition also reported intercepting a Houthi ballistic missile aimed at Riyadh and a drone in the Eastern Province, though no specific damage or casualties were reported by the coalition, according to Qatar Tribune. Le Monde English also noted the coalition reported intercepting two missiles targeting Taif and Yanbu on Saturday morning.

The Houthis stated the strikes were retaliation for Saudi attacks on Yemen. Business Recorder reports the Houthis also attacked a naval base and military camp in the southern city of Aden, claiming they targeted Saudi forces. Business Recorder further notes that Houthi-linked media reported Saudi airstrikes in Sanaa and a Red Sea port city that killed at least 16 people, including casualties at a residence and a workers' building.

GCC Secretary-General Jasem Albudaiwi condemned the Houthi missile attacks, calling them a threat to regional security, according to Ajel English.

Brief written by urgent.news from Le Monde English, Middle East Eye, Qatar Tribune, Business Recorder, Ajel English — 5 reports on this story. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.