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Houthi Strikes Kill 20; Saudi Arabia Halts Flights

October 12, 2026

Summary

Houthi rebels launched multiple drone and missile attacks on Saudi airports, including King Khalid International Airport, killing at least 13 people and injuring 11, prompting the US to consider military involvement and countries to issue travel warnings.

Coverage by lane

Left

  • Saudi airport stays shut as Houthi attacks kill 20 people in a week
  • Saudi Arabia further suspends flights after latest deadly Houthi attack on airport
  • Saudi Arabia vows resilience as Houthi strikes hit Riyadh airport
  • Iran Offers to Mediate Between Its Houthi Allies and Saudi Arabia

Center

  • Saudi Arabia says drones and missiles still targeting kingdom as Iran-backed Houthis step up attacks
  • Saudis Say New Missiles Intercepted After Deadly Airport Attacks
  • Saudi Arabia faces more drone, missile attacks after Houthi’s fatal airport strikes
  • Saudi Arabia Faces Fresh Attacks
  • FAA warns U.S. airlines of safety risks over Saudi Arabia after attacks

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