Saudi Arabia

In the Region's Press

83 Readout items name Saudi Arabia since September 16, 2026; the latest 40 are shown. Newest first; times in ET.

1. Arab Coalition: 2 ballistic missile launchers belonging to the Houthis were destroyed

   Hurriyet reported the Saudi-led Arab Coalition said it destroyed 2 ballistic missile launchers belonging to Houthi forces in Saada, Yemen.

   Hurriyet | October 16, 2026, 10:14 p.m. ET | Original (Turkish)

   Countries: Saudi Arabia, Yemen

2. IMF rules out Gulf economies' recovery in the medium term amid a "ballistic" interception over Medina. and the Houthis' first missile attack on the presidential palace in Aden

   Al-Ahram reported the IMF ruled out a medium-term recovery for Gulf economies and described a ballistic interception over Medina amid a Houthi missile strike on Aden's presidential palace.

   Al-Ahram | October 16, 2026, print edition | Original (Arabic)

   Countries: Saudi Arabia, Yemen

3. The UN Security Council condemns Houthi attacks against Saudi Arabia

   Asharq Al-Awsat reported the UN Security Council condemned Houthi attacks against Saudi Arabia, citing strikes on civilian aviation and energy infrastructure.

   Asharq Al-Awsat | October 15, 2026, 5:03 p.m. ET | Original (Arabic)

   Countries: Saudi Arabia, Yemen

4. Houthis shared footage of the moments they targeted a Saudi Arabian warplane

   Hurriyet reported that Iran-backed Houthis shared footage claiming they targeted a Saudi Eurofighter Typhoon over Saada, while Saudi authorities made no statement.

   Hurriyet | October 15, 2026, 2:24 p.m. ET | Original (Turkish)

   Countries: Iran, Saudi Arabia, Yemen

5. The Houthis develop the Iranian "Khaibar Shekan" missile, targeting an Aramco company headquarters. and the militias threaten new operations in the coming days

   Al-Ahram reported that a UK arms-tracking group says the Houthis are developing an Iranian "Khaibar Shekan" ballistic missile variant and warned of more attacks.

   Al-Ahram | October 15, 2026, print edition | Original (Arabic)

   Countries: Iran, Saudi Arabia, Yemen

6. Houthis in Yemen claimed they targeted a Saudi Arabia-owned warplane

   Anadolu reported that Yemen's "Iran-backed" Houthi group said it struck an aircraft owned by Saudi Arabia using a surface to air missile over Sada governorate.

   Anadolu | October 14, 2026, 7:03 p.m. ET | Original (Turkish)

   Countries: Iran, Saudi Arabia, Yemen

7. Ansarallah spokesperson: We targeted the Aramco company in Dhahran, the Aramco refinery in Riyadh and Malek Khalid Airport/ Attacks struck targets with precision/ We warn about the severe consequences of these tensions/ We will continue to carry out the equation 'siege for siege' and 'escalation for escalation'

   Entekhab reported that Ansarallah spokesperson Yahya Saree said the group carried out operations against Aramco facilities in Dhahran and Riyadh and Malek Khalid Airport.

   Entekhab | October 14, 2026, 5:33 a.m. ET | Original (Persian)

   Countries: Saudi Arabia

8. Saudi Arabia retaliates by bombing fuel tanks | Sanaa threatens to respond: "Aramco" is all under fire

   Al-Akhbar reported that Saudi airstrikes struck fuel tanks in Yemen and Sanaa warned it may expand targets to include "Aramco" facilities.

   Al-Akhbar | October 13, 2026, 5:30 p.m. ET | Original (Arabic)

   Countries: Saudi Arabia, Yemen

9. Raids on Sanaa and Hodeidah. and Saudi Arabia threatens the Houthis

   Al-Bayan reported continued raids on Sanaa and Hodeidah, Saudi Arabia vowed consequences for the Houthis and intercepted three drones north of Riyadh.

   Al-Bayan | October 13, 2026, 2:31 p.m. ET | Original (Arabic)

   Countries: Saudi Arabia, Yemen

10. Attacks on the Kingdom continue; Saudi Arabia pledges a strong response to the Houthis' threats. and Iran offers mediation

    Al-Ahram reported that Iran offered to mediate as Saudi Arabia pledged a strong response to Houthi drone and missile attacks on the kingdom.

    Al-Ahram | October 13, 2026, print edition | Original (Arabic)

    Countries: Iran, Saudi Arabia, Yemen

11. Reuters: No public alert was issued before deadly attacks on Riyadh airport

    Iran International reported that Reuters said no public alert was issued before the deadly attacks on Riyadh airport, raising questions about Saudi public warning systems.

    Iran International | October 12, 2026, 8:11 p.m. ET | Original (Persian)

    Countries: Saudi Arabia

12. Saudi defenses thwart an attempt to target Riyadh

    Asharq Al-Awsat reported the Saudi-led coalition intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile the Houthis launched toward Riyadh.

    Asharq Al-Awsat | October 12, 2026, 7:14 p.m. ET | Original (Arabic)

    Countries: Saudi Arabia, Yemen

13. 3 separate explosions in Saudi Arabia

    Yeni Akit reported that following an attack warning, three blasts were audible in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia.

    Yeni Akit | October 12, 2026, 2:26 p.m. ET | Original (Turkish)

    Countries: Saudi Arabia

14. Targeting King Khalid Airport in Riyadh Ignites International Anger "Supporting Legitimacy": The Attack Is a "War Crime" and the Response Will Be Firm . and Two New Attacks in Saudi Arabia

    Al-Ahram reported that the attack on King Khalid Airport drew international condemnation, calling it a "war crime" and promising a firm response.

    Al-Ahram | October 12, 2026, print edition | Original (Arabic)

    Countries: Saudi Arabia

15. Attacks on Riyadh airport prompt US aviation warning and BP cancellation of attendance at energy conference

    Iran International reported that incidents at Riyadh International Airport caused dozens of casualties, led to airport closure, a US flight warning and BP canceling attendance.

    Iran International | October 11, 2026, 6:39 p.m. ET | Original (Persian)

    Countries: Saudi Arabia, United States

16. 12 killed and hundreds wounded: footage of the Houthi attack at Riyadh airport | Watch

    Israel Hayom reported that 12 people were killed and hundreds wounded in the Houthi attack on Riyadh airport, citing published footage and continuing launches.

    Israel Hayom | October 11, 2026, 5:12 p.m. ET | Original (Hebrew)

    Countries: Saudi Arabia, Yemen

17. 19 people killed in 10 attacks on 5 airports in Saudi Arabia over one week

    Anadolu reported that 19 people were killed and hundreds injured in 10 attacks on 5 Saudi airports over one week.

    Anadolu | October 11, 2026, 4:29 p.m. ET | Original (Turkish)

    Countries: Saudi Arabia

18. Turkey, Egypt, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia "in the strongest terms" condemned the Houthis' attacks in Riyadh

    Anadolu reported that Turkey, Egypt, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia "in the strongest terms" condemned the Iran-backed Houthis' attacks on Riyadh.

    Anadolu | October 11, 2026, 2:44 p.m. ET | Original (Turkish)

    Countries: Iran, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Egypt, Turkey

19. Houthis in Yemen: We attacked airports and energy facilities in Riyadh and Dammam in Saudi Arabia

    Anadolu quoted the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen as saying they attacked airports in Riyadh and Dammam and two eastern energy facilities.

    Anadolu | October 11, 2026, 2:03 p.m. ET | Original (Turkish)

    Countries: Iran, Saudi Arabia, Yemen

20. Yemeni forces advance to Marib.. and mass flight of Houthis during Bab al-Mandeb cleansing

    Al-Ahram reported the coalition destroyed 136 Houthi targets, and Egypt condemned the attack on King Khalid Airport, affirming solidarity with Saudi Arabia.

    Al-Ahram | October 11, 2026, print edition | Original (Arabic)

    Countries: Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Egypt

21. 12 killed and hundreds injured in a rocket attack targeting King Khalid Airport in Riyadh

    Al-Quds (Jerusalem) reported that 12 people were killed and 309 wounded when rockets struck King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, citing official figures.

    Al-Quds (Jerusalem) | October 10, 2026, 6:47 p.m. ET | Original (Arabic)

    Countries: Saudi Arabia

22. US, UK and Canada issue travel warning for King Khalid Airport in Riyadh.. US President Trump: We may participate in attacks against the Houthis

    Hurriyet reported the US, UK and Canada issued travel warnings after attacks on Riyadh's King Khalid Airport and President Trump said the US "may participate" in attacks against the Houthis.

    Hurriyet | October 10, 2026, 12:56 p.m. ET | Original (Turkish)

    Countries: Saudi Arabia, Yemen, United States

23. Saudi Arabia: martyrs and wounded after attack on "King Khalid" airport; coalition intensifies bombing of Houthis' rocket platforms

    Al-Ahram reported Saudi authorities said 3 people were killed and others wounded after attacks on King Khalid airport and a Saudi Airlines plane.

    Al-Ahram | October 10, 2026, print edition | Original (Arabic)

    Countries: Saudi Arabia, Yemen

24. Arab Coalition: We destroyed 136 military targets in Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen

    Anadolu reported the Saudi-led Arab Coalition announced it destroyed 136 military targets in areas of Yemen controlled by the Iran-backed Houthis.

    Anadolu | October 9, 2026, 6:09 p.m. ET | Original (Turkish)

    Countries: Iran, Saudi Arabia, Yemen

25. Yemen to Security Council: Houthi violations serve Iran's interests in the region

    Asharq Al-Awsat quoted Yemen's UN ambassador Abdullah Al-Saadi saying Houthi attacks on Saudi territory serve Iran's regional interests.

    Asharq Al-Awsat | October 9, 2026, 6:05 p.m. ET | Original (Arabic)

    Countries: Iran, Saudi Arabia, Yemen

26. Condemnation from Turkey of Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia

    Hurriyet reported that Turkey's Ministry of Foreign Affairs sharply condemned an attack by the "Iran-backed" Houthi movement in Yemen on two Saudi airports.

    Hurriyet | October 9, 2026, 3:18 p.m. ET | Original (Turkish)

    Countries: Iran, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Turkey

27. Egypt Affirms Its Full Solidarity with Riyadh. and Arab and Islamic Condemnation of the Attacks on Saudi Arabia. The Houthis Call on Employees of Saudi Oil Facilities to Evacuate. and Target King Khalid Airport for the Third Time

    Al-Ahram reported that Egypt affirmed full solidarity with Riyadh and joined Arab and Islamic condemnation of attacks on Saudi Arabia.

    Al-Ahram | October 9, 2026, print edition | Original (Arabic)

    Countries: Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Egypt

28. Houthis attack Saudi Arabia

    Haberturk reported Iran-backed Houthis claimed they targeted King Khalid International Airport and other Saudi sites with cruise and ballistic missiles.

    Haberturk | October 8, 2026, 1:31 p.m. ET | Original (Turkish)

    Countries: Iran, Saudi Arabia, Yemen

29. Yemeni government forces advance in Taiz; Houthis target Aden airport. and the coalition announces destruction of a missile fired toward Riyadh and Khamis Mushait

    Al-Ahram reported that government forces gained ground near Taiz, that the Houthis attacked Aden airport, and that the coalition intercepted a missile bound for Riyadh and Khamis Mushait.

    Al-Ahram | October 8, 2026, print edition | Original (Arabic)

    Countries: Saudi Arabia, Yemen

30. Saudi Arabia announced… Houthis struck 2 airports, many dead and injured.. Back-to-back statements

    Hurriyet reported Saudi aviation authority GACA said attacks on Abha and Riyadh airports killed 3 and injured 36 people.

    Hurriyet | October 7, 2026, 4:11 p.m. ET | Original (Turkish)

    Countries: Saudi Arabia, Yemen

31. Report: Turkey expected to deploy armed forces in Saudi Arabia in the near future

    N12 reported Turkey plans to deploy armed forces, technical teams and air defense crews to Saudi Arabia soon to help defend against Houthi attacks.

    N12 | October 7, 2026, 4:29 a.m. ET | Original (Hebrew)

    Countries: Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Turkey

32. Turkish armor to Mecca.

    Yeni Akit reported that the Riyadh meeting put the Mecca Defense Alliance into operation and agreed that partner forces and equipment would be deployed to Saudi Arabia promptly.

    Yeni Akit | October 6, 2026, 11:08 p.m. ET | Original (Turkish)

    Countries: Saudi Arabia, Turkey

33. Saudi Ministry of Defense: destruction of a Houthi missile north of Riyadh

    Al-Bayan reported the Saudi Ministry of Defense announced destruction of a Houthi ballistic missile launched north of Riyadh.

    Al-Bayan | October 6, 2026, 10:52 p.m. ET | Original (Arabic)

    Countries: Saudi Arabia, Yemen

34. Will Turkey send troops to Saudi Arabia to fight the Houthis: 'Constitutionally not yet possible'

    Cumhuriyet reported that the Makkah Agreement's joint statement that "military forces will be rapidly deployed to Saudi Arabia" would still require TBMM approval.

    Cumhuriyet | October 6, 2026, 9:00 p.m. ET | Original (Turkish)

    Countries: Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Turkey

35. Alliance decides to provide 'military support' to Saudi Arabia

    Yeni Safak reported that the Mekke Alliance decided to 'rapidly deploy' military forces and integrate capabilities to provide military support to Saudi Arabia.

    Yeni Safak | October 5, 2026, 9:00 p.m. ET | Original (Turkish)

    Countries: Saudi Arabia

36. “Makkah Defense Alliance” activates deterrence measures in face of threats

    Asharq Al-Awsat reported that Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey decided to move immediately to implement the Makkah Defense Alliance's commitments and provide forces.

    Asharq Al-Awsat | October 5, 2026, 6:45 p.m. ET | Original (Arabic)

    Countries: Saudi Arabia, Turkey

37. Houthis in Yemen claimed they hit the airport in Riyadh in attacks on Saudi Arabia

    Anadolu reported that the Iran-aligned Houthis claimed they hit King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and said air traffic was disrupted.

    Anadolu | October 5, 2026, 5:07 p.m. ET | Original (Turkish)

    Countries: Iran, Saudi Arabia, Yemen

38. Will they join the fighting? Turkey and Pakistan will deploy forces in Saudi Arabia

    Israel Hayom reported that Turkey, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia reached an agreement for swift deployment of troops and assets to the kingdom amid the Yemen crisis.

    Israel Hayom | October 5, 2026, 3:32 p.m. ET | Original (Hebrew)

    Countries: Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Turkey

39. Saudi Arabia: Makkah Covenant Committee Agreed on "Collective Deterrent Measures" Against Ansarallah

    Entekhab reported the Saudi defense minister said the Makkah Covenant committee agreed to activate "collective deterrent measures" against Ansarallah, with Turkey and Pakistan participating.

    Entekhab | October 5, 2026, 3:22 p.m. ET | Original (Persian)

    Countries: Saudi Arabia, Turkey

40. Ministers Fidan and Güler in Riyadh

    Haberturk reported that Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and Defense Minister Yaşar Güler participated in a Riyadh meeting of the Makkah Agreement Strategic Political and Defense Committee.

    Haberturk | October 5, 2026, 1:00 p.m. ET | Original (Turkish)

    Countries: Saudi Arabia, Turkey