Houthi attacks shut Riyadh airport after deadly strikes

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The attacks represent a significant escalation in regional tensions involving Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthi movement and Saudi Arabia. Authorities extended the airport closure until October 17, while airlines cancelled flights and Saudi officials assessed continuing security risks. The incident comes alongside broader allegations of Iranian involvement in attacks against regional and Western targets, raising concern that the conflict could widen across the Middle East.

Sources: Anadolu Ajansı, ABC News, The Straits Times, Al Jazeera