Yemen's Houthis Strike Saudi Capital Riyadh for the First Time
A fire broke out near Riyadh's main airport after the group said it launched missiles and drones, as fighting intensifies on multiple fronts.
Fighting between Iran-backed Houthi rebels and Saudi Arabia has continued to intensify, with a fire breaking out near Riyadh's main airport on Saturday morning after the Houthis said they launched missiles and drones at Saudi Arabia, according to France 24.
It marked the first time the Houthis have struck the Saudi capital, France 24 reported.
On the ground in Yemen, Houthi rebels are pushing east in their fight against Saudi-backed government forces, according to the report.
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- Yemen's Houthis strike Saudi capital Riyadh for the first time — France 24 — English
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