Houthi missile hits Saudi Aramco admin building in Dhahran, fire contained
A Houthi missile strike hit a Saudi Aramco administrative building in Dhahran, causing a limited fire, per Saudi Energy Ministry. This escalates the ongoing Saudi-Houthi conflict, with Riyadh airport also closed after prior attacks. The attack underscores threats to critical energy infrastructure, though impact on oil output appears minimal.
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Houthi Missile and Drone Attacks Escalate Against Saudi Critical Infrastructure
Houthi forces have significantly escalated missile and drone attacks against Saudi Arabia, directly targeting critical energy infrastructure, including Saudi Aramco headquarters in Dhahran, and Riyadh's airport. These attacks have resulted in civilian casualties and airport closures, demonstrating increased Houthi capabilities and exposing vulnerabilities in Saudi air defenses. The full extent of damage to energy facilities and the operational impact remain largely unconfirmed.