Houthis claim accurate missile strike on Riyadh airport

Houthis: The Houthis, formally known as Ansar Allah, are an Iran-aligned armed and political movement based in Yemen that has used missiles and drones against regional targets. In this event, the group claimed responsibility for targeting Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport with a ballistic missile, while Saudi-led forces said they intercepted a missile launched toward the capital. Houthi spokesman: The spokesman identified in recent reporting is Yahya Saree, the Houthis’ military spokesperson, who issues statements claiming the group’s missile and drone operations. He said the missile targeting King Khalid International Airport hit accurately, though the claim was not independently substantiated. `json { "Saudi response": "Saudi-led coalition forces said they intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile launched toward Riyadh.", "Escalation": "The airport claim followed a broader series of Houthi missile and drone attacks targeting Saudi airports and military facilities." } `