Explosions heard in Saudi capital as airport due to reopen
Summary
Explosions were heard in Riyadh as Saudi Arabia prepared to reopen its international airport after repeated Houthi attacks. The coalition said it intercepted missiles and drones while Houthi spokesman Yahya Saree warned the airport remained unsafe.
Key Points
- Explosions were reported in the Saudi capital Riyadh as the kingdom prepared to reopen its international airport after a two-week closure.
- The Saudi-led coalition said it intercepted a ballistic missile and two drones aimed at Riyadh, and later a cruise missile fired at Khamis Mushait.
- Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree warned airlines and travelers that King Khalid Airport was still unsafe and a military target.
- The escalation has further destabilized Yemen and disrupted businesses, airlines, residents and oil markets in Saudi Arabia.
