The Saudi-led military coalition battling Yemen's Houthi movement launched retaliatory airstrikes on Monday, destroying multiple missile launchers, a depot, and underground tunnels used by the insurgent group. The operation follows a fresh Houthi claim of a ballistic missile attack targeting Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport, which had just resumed operations on Sunday after a brief closure.
The renewed violence marks a severe escalation following the collapse of a long-standing summer truce, tying into broader regional tensions. Recent Houthi strikes—including an attack earlier this month that claimed 13 lives—have heavily impacted the kingdom, forcing the postponement of major events like Saudi Arabia's flagship investment conference and the Dakar Rally. In response to the escalating threats, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Monday, agreeing to maintain Greece's deployment of a US-made Patriot air defense system in the kingdom.
While coalition air defenses continue to intercept incoming fire, falling debris in southern regions has caused structural damage and minor injuries, underscoring the persistent security challenges facing the capital and surrounding areas.
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