Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis have claimed responsibility for missile and drone attacks targeting "sensitive" sites in Saudi Arabian capital Riyadh - hours after flames and smoke were seen near the city's main airport.
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Houthis claim attack on Saudi capital after smoke seen rising near Riyadh airport
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19.09.2026
Thick smoke seen near Riyadh airport after air-raid alerts in Saudi capital
theguardian.com
19.09.2026
Saudi Arabia says Houthis tried to attack its capital
npr.org
20.09.2026
Air Attack Sets Fuel Depot Ablaze at Airport in Saudi Capital
wsj.com
19.09.2026
Smoke, flames seen near Riyadh airport, ‘major’ flight disruptions reported
france24.com
19.09.2026
Saudi Arabia Calls Mecca a ‘Red Line’ After Alleged Houthi Drone Attack
time.com
16.09.2026
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