Houthi attacks targeting King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, have resulted in significant casualties over the weekend. A Saturday attack at the airport killed 13 people and injured 309, marking the deadliest incident in Saudi Arabia in over a decade. A follow-up attack on Sunday resulted in one additional fatality. These attacks are believed to be motivated by the Houthi’s broader objectives, reportedly including igniting a war against Saudi Arabia and establishing a Shia state. The escalating violence raises concerns about regional stability and the ongoing conflict in Yemen. The Saudi government has yet to respond with official statements regarding retaliatory measures or investigations into the attacks. The attacks underscore the volatile security situation within Saudi Arabia and the challenges in resolving the Yemeni civil war.

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