Houthi Claim Missile Strikes on Southern Saudi Arabia
25 Jul, 02:43ZHouthis say they will retaliate after Saudi Arabia strikes Yemen as Middle East war expands
25 Jul, 05:17ZHouthi Claim Missile Strikes on Southern Saudi Arabia
First reportAl Jazeera · 24 Jul, 20:27Z
Latest reportBloomberg · 25 Jul, 05:17Z
Span9 hours · 4.5h between reports on average
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Why it matters
What
Iran-backed Houthis claimed missile strikes on southern Saudi Arabia on Saturday morning, without independent verification.
Why
The claim suggests deeper Houthi involvement in the regional conflict and adds to tensions rooted in the Yemen-Saudi conflict.
Watch
Watch for independent confirmation, Saudi Arabia's response, and any effect on the wider Middle East war.
Coverage over time
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How it unfolded — every article
Summary
- Saudi Arabia launched strikes on Hodeidah, according to the Houthi foreign ministry.
- The attack is part of broader regional tensions involving the US and Iran.
- Houthis warn the strikes will be costly for Riyadh and escalate the phase.
- Strikes reportedly hit facilities of the telecommunications authority and Kamaran Island.
- Hodeidah port is a key hub for imports into Houthi-controlled northern Yemen.
Summary
- Houthis vow retaliation after Saudi strikes on Hodeida and Kamaran island targets.
- Saudi-led coalition says it hit Houthi sites threatening Red Sea shipping.
- Houthis claim attacks on two Saudi ships earlier this week.
- US and Iranian tensions surge with drones, sanctions, and base attacks reported.
- US warns embassies of limited exit options as regional conflict escalates.