Attack on Saudi Arabia’s main airport kills 12, wounds over 300

Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia is the largest economy in the Middle East and a central actor in regional security matters, including its support for Yemen's government against Houthi forces. The kingdom has faced a series of escalated attacks on civilian infrastructure such as Riyadh's main international airport in recent days amid the renewed Yemen conflict. It continues to advance economic diversification initiatives while navigating heightened geopolitical tensions involving Iran-backed groups. Conflict Escalation: Iran-backed Houthi militants have stepped up strikes on Saudi civilian targets including airports as the Yemen war intensifies following the breakdown of earlier ceasefires. Economic Resilience: Saudi Arabia's non-oil private sector has shown continued expansion and improving business conditions in recent months despite disruptions from regional conflicts affecting supply chains. International Involvement: The United States is reviewing options to support Saudi military responses against the Houthis in the wake of the airport attack.