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Three Saudi nationals killed in Houthi attacks on Riyadh airport
Overview
Three Saudi nationals, including a pilot, were killed and several others injured in two Houthi attacks targeting Riyadh's international airport and a state carrier aircraft. Yemen's Houthi group claimed responsibility, marking an escalation in the renewed fighting in the ongoing conflict.
Key points
- Three Saudi nationals were killed in two attacks on Riyadh's international airport.
- A state carrier Saudia aircraft was struck, and one of its pilots was among the dead.
- Yemen's Houthi movement claimed responsibility for the missile attacks.
- The attacks reflect an escalation in fighting following the unravelling of an informal ceasefire in July.