US Issues Security Alert to Citizens in Middle East After Houthis Attack Saudi Arabia

Three people were killed in the Houthis’ recent attacks on Saudi Arabia’s Abha International Airport and King Khalid International Airport.

US Issues Security Alert to Citizens in Middle East After Houthis Attack Saudi Arabia

TL;DR

  • US citizens in the Middle East are advised to be vigilant.
  • Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis attacked two civilian airports in Saudi Arabia.
  • The attacks resulted in civilian deaths and injuries.
  • The U.S. State Department warned of potential rapid escalation and disruptions to travel.
  • Iran and groups supportive of Iran may target U.S. interests and citizens worldwide.
  • Saudi authorities reported three deaths and 36 injuries in attacks on Abha International Airport and King Khalid International Airport.