
AI-generated summary
Riyadh airport has been the subject of repeated attacks by Yemeni Houthi rebels in recent weeks, in the context of the ongoing conflict in Yemen which pits a coalition led by Saudi Arabia against rebels supported by Iran.
A missile on the airport of the Saudi capital caused at least 12 deaths and over 300 injuries. The airport has been in the sights of Yemeni rebels for weeks. Saudi Arabia calls the attack a "war crime" and promises it will respond "firmly". An escalation, also denounced by the UN, which pushed Italy and other Western countries to recommend their respective compatriots to avoid the airport area. For Trump the attack is "unacceptable", and he reopens the possibility of intervening alongside Riyadh: "We could do it".
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US President Donald Trump, speaking to reporters outside the White House, was asked about the possibility of Washington joining Saudi attacks on the Houthis. "We could do it. We will evaluate the situation. We just learned about the recent attack, so we will make a decision. Let's act very quickly," he said. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio condemned the attacks, saying they "demonstrate a blatant disregard for the lives of innocent civilians".
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
The United States will evaluate a possible military intervention alongside Saudi Arabia against the Houthis in Yemen.
Likely · Within weeks
Saudi Arabia will step up military operations against Houthi rebels in response to the attack.
Very likely · Within days

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The attack by Houthi fighters on Riyadh airport left 12 dead and 309 injured, according to the Saudi Civil Aviation Authority. Among the victims are four Saudis and eight foreigners, including an American. Property damage was also reported.