New attack on the airport in Riyadh. Houthis claimed responsibility for attacks, made new threats

Following the ballistic missile attack carried out by the Houthis yesterday on King Khalid International Airport near Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, in which 12 people died and 309 people were injured, another attack was carried out today.

In the statement made by the Arab Coalition led by Saudi Arabia, which fights against the Iranian-backed Houthis in Yemen and supports the internationally recognized Yemeni government, it was reported that an unknown ammunition hit the passenger terminal number 4 at the facility and a fire broke out.

Saudi Arabian Civil Aviation Authority announced that there were injuries in the attack.

Houthis claimed responsibility for the attacks

The Houthis claimed responsibility for the airport attack that took place yesterday and killed 12 people. The Houthis also announced that they targeted Damman Airport and Aramco facilities in the Eastern Region of Saudi Arabia. There has been no statement yet from the Riyaz administration regarding these attacks.

European Union (EU) officials reacted to the Houthis' attack on Riyadh Airport in Saudi Arabia.

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, in her statement on the X social media platform, said, "The Houthis' deadliest attack on Riyadh Airport to date indicates a dangerous escalation." he warned.

Stating that they stand in solidarity with Saudi Arabia and its people, von der Leyen said, "These attacks carried out by Iran's proxy forces are dragging the region into a spiral of violence." he said.

Noting that the attacks destabilized centers of critical importance in terms of global transportation and energy and that their effects were felt all over the world, von der Leyen said, "These deadly attacks targeting civilians must be stopped immediately." gave his message.

"IT IS A HORRIBLE ACT OF TERROR"

Kaja Kallas, EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, said in her post on He made a statement.

Stating that he is in close contact with Saudi Arabian Foreign Minister Faisal bin Ferhan, Kallas stated that the increasing tension in the region will be discussed at the meeting of EU foreign ministers in Luxembourg tomorrow.

Kallas emphasized that it is vital to strengthen coordination between the EU's Aspides mission in the Red Sea and the Multinational Maritime Defense Coalition led by Saudi Arabia.