Two Saudi airports targeted in drone attacks

Saudi Arabia’s regional airports in the southwestern cities of Jazan and Najran were hit by separate attacks on Monday evening. The incidents occurred as the kingdom’s confrontation with Yemen’s Iran‑backed Houthi movement intensified.

According to official statements, the attacks resulted in three injuries and caused only limited physical damage to airport infrastructure. No reports indicated any fatalities, and flight operations were temporarily disrupted but resumed after security checks.

The Saudi aviation authority confirmed the incidents, describing the damage as minor and noting that emergency services responded promptly to attend to the injured and secure the sites. The authority also affirmed that the airports would continue to operate while investigations are underway.

The attacks come amid a broader escalation of hostilities between Saudi Arabia and the Houthi rebels, who have increasingly targeted Saudi territory in retaliation for the kingdom’s involvement in the Yemeni conflict. Both sides have exchanged fire across the border in recent weeks, raising concerns about the security of civilian facilities.

Security officials indicated that heightened vigilance would be maintained at critical infrastructure, including airports, as the conflict in the region persists. Further details on the perpetrators and the exact nature of the weapons used have not been disclosed pending a full investigation.