Thick smoke was observed rising from a fuel tank fire near King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, following air-raid alerts issued by the Saudi government. The alerts, which were sent to residents in Riyadh, Jeddah, and Yanbu, came amid escalating tensions with the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen, marking the first such warnings for Riyadh since July.
Explosions were reported in the capital, and while the all-clear was given shortly after the alerts, residents were advised to avoid gathering in crowds. The UN Security Council condemned the Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, which have targeted civilian and energy infrastructure, raising concerns about regional stability and potential impacts on oil supply.
Monitor developments around King Khalid International Airport as disruptions may affect air travel. Watch for further military responses from Saudi Arabia and potential escalations from the Houthis, especially regarding oil supply stability in the region.