Houthis Claim Missile, Drone Barrage on Saudi Arabia Amid Escalating Tensions

Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen have claimed responsibility for a series of missile and drone attacks targeting Saudi Arabia, including airports, oil facilities, and military bases in southern regions like Jizan, Najran, and Khamis Mushait. These strikes are presented by the Houthis as retaliation for recent Saudi air raids on Houthi positions in Yemen's Hodeida port and a nearby island. The attacks, which reportedly caused fires in Jizan and led to 13 civilian injuries, prompted Saudi authorities to issue emergency alerts. This escalation marks a significant breach of a four-year ceasefire and intensifies regional tensions, with the Houthis warning of further strikes.