Houthi missile attack targets Saudi capital Riyadh for third consecutive day, prompting airport closure and raising economic concerns
Yemen's Houthis claimed responsibility for a missile attack targeting Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport late on Monday, marking the third consecutive day of attacks on the Saudi capital. Saudi Arabia stated its air defense systems successfully intercepted the missile. The ongoing attacks have led to the closure of Riyadh's international airport until Saturday, with airlines canceling flights. Previous attacks on Saturday and Sunday killed 13 and 1 people respectively, and injured hundreds. The escalation has raised concerns about its broader economic impact, with Saudi Arabia's GDP projected to contract by 3.6% this year, and several top oil executives dropping out of scheduled investment conferences in Riyadh. Delta Airlines also announced a delay in its Atlanta-Riyadh service until March 2027 due to geopolitical tensions.
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