Saudi schools switch to remote learning
Summary
Schools in Riyadh have told parents that classes will move online for the rest of the week, with no official explanation from Saudi authorities. The shift comes as the kingdom faces heightened security tensions after interceptions of drones and missiles fired by the Houthis.
Key Points
- Several schools in Riyadh informed parents that lessons would be held remotely from Sunday to Thursday.
- Saudi authorities have not publicly explained the change, and the Ministry of Education has not commented.
- The move comes amid rising tensions after Saudi-led coalition forces intercepted drones and ballistic missiles launched by the Houthis.
- Saudi Arabia has previously used its Madrasati platform to move classes online during disruptions.
