Houthi attacks disrupt Saudi events as regional fighting intensifies
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A renewed wave of Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia has struck civilian and energy infrastructure, disrupted travel and prompted changes to major sporting events. The Associated Press reported that the Iran-backed Yemeni group hit the headquarters of state oil company Aramco, while NPR said Saudi authorities issued new security alerts following the attack.
The recent escalation has included missile strikes on airports and energy facilities. An attack on Riyadh’s international airport at the weekend killed 13 people and suspended operations, according to The Express Tribune. Saudi authorities also said they intercepted a missile aimed at Riyadh on Monday, delaying an AFC Champions League match involving Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr by an hour.
The Saudi Pro League subsequently postponed three domestic fixtures, citing logistical considerations and minimum rest requirements. Al Hilal-Al Riyadh and Al Ittihad-Al Shabab were moved to December 19, while Al Ahli-Al Nassr was rescheduled for March 6, 2027. Other matchweek-nine fixtures remain unchanged.
Asian Football Confederation President Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa said the 2027 Asian Cup, scheduled to begin January 7 in Jeddah, Riyadh and Al Khobar, could be delayed until 2028 if necessary. He said organizers would monitor conditions through the end of November.
Pakistan’s foreign minister, Ishaq Dar, condemned attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure as “totally unacceptable” and reaffirmed Pakistan’s support for Saudi sovereignty and security. The National also reported Houthi missile attacks on Aden’s presidential palace and the postponement of an EU-Gulf summit amid the fighting.
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