Houthi Forces Claim Drone Attack on Saudi Arabia

Source: Global Times
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On the evening of the 20th local time, the Houthi armed group in Yemen announced that it had carried out two drone strikes against Saudi targets in response to Saudi violations of Yemeni airspace over Saada province.

The first operation targeted a "sensitive site" at Najran Airport, while the second operation struck the Saudi Aramco facility in Najran.

There has been no response from the Saudi side regarding this. (CCTV reporter Zhang Yuchen)

Classification
Region
West Asia
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Military Operations / Weapons & Equipment
Subcategory
Airstrike
SALUTE Report
Size
Not specified
Activity
Houthi forces conducted two drone strikes against Saudi targets in retaliation for airspace violations.
Location
Najran · Saudi Arabia
Unit
Houthi forces
Time
Evening of the 20th
Equipment
drones
Summary

Houthi forces conducted two drone strikes against Saudi targets in Najran on the evening of the 20th, targeting a sensitive site at Najran airport and Saudi Aramco facilities. This action was described as retaliation for Saudi violations of Yemeni airspace. No response has been reported from Saudi authorities.

Key Facts
  • Houthi forces launched two drone strikes against Saudi targets.
  • The strikes targeted a sensitive site at Najran airport and Saudi Aramco facilities.
  • The actions were described as retaliation for Saudi violations of Yemeni airspace.
  • No response has been reported from Saudi authorities.