Houthis Claim Two Missile Strikes Targeting Riyadh Airport

Yemen’s Houthi movement claimed it launched two missile strikes targeting Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport, escalating tensions with Saudi Arabia and raising fresh concerns about regional stability.

The claims came as hostilities between the Houthis and Saudi Arabia intensified. Saudi authorities confirmed an attack on Oct. 7 that caused casualties and prompted a military response.

The reported strikes add to a broader pattern of missile and drone attacks against Saudi infrastructure.

The escalation could affect oil-market risk sentiment and broader financial markets, including cryptocurrencies, as traders assess the potential for further military action. Additional strikes, Saudi retaliation or diplomatic efforts would shape the next phase of the conflict.