Saudi Arabia attributed a missile strike on King Khalid International Airport that killed 12 people, including a US national, to the Iran-backed Houthis, prompting President Trump to state that the US "may" join Saudi retaliatory strikes. While the Saudi-led coalition confirmed the casualties and vowed a response, the Houthis claimed responsibility for the attack and threatened further operations.
`Logistical nightmare’ may await Ukraine amid attacks on bridges — NYT
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According to the newspaper, attacks "could weaken the bridges’ supporting structures," forcing the authorities "to close them indefinitely"
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