Riyadh financial district targeted, Aramco tower damaged
Multiple floors of the Aramco tower appeared to have sustained damage, with shattered glass and parts of the facade visibly affected.
RIYADH: Witnesses reported that the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD) in Riyadh, a symbol of economic and social reform, was struck by missiles launched by the Houthis. The Aramco tower within the district reportedly sustained damage, accompanied by shattered glass and visible harm to the tower's facade. The Yemen-based Houthi militia, backed by Iran, has escalated attacks on Saudi Arabia since July, with previous strikes targeting airports, energy facilities, and military sites.
The fragile 2022 truce between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis crumbled in July, leading to renewed clashes. The area is densely populated, featuring residential buildings and a major metro station during peak morning commute times. The Saudi-led coalition responded swiftly, intercepting and destroying two ballistic missiles launched by the Houthis towards Riyadh.
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