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strikeOct 8, 2026

Houthi Attacks on Saudi Airports Kill 3 Amid Escalating War in Yemen

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As the war in Yemen intensifies, Houthi rebels have launched a series of attacks on Saudi airports, killing three and injuring 36.

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  • Miranda JeyaretnamBy Miranda Jeyaretnam

    The Iran-aligned Houthi rebels said they launched another strike on Riyadh’s main airport, after earlier attacks on Saudi Arabia killed three and injured 36. The Houthis said they targeted King Khalid International Airport on Thursday, soon after an attack on the airport killed o…

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