The Houthis launched missiles and drones at Saudi Arabia’s Abha International Airport on 13/7/2026, in retaliation for airstrikes they blamed on the Saudi-led coalition that struck Sana’a International Airport earlier in the day.
The group also threatened Saudi airports unless the “siege” on Sana'a Airport is lifted, warning they are prepared to make Saudi airspace unsafe for civilian aviation.
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- Saudi reaction to the Houthi attack on Abha Airport;
- Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman’s instructions;
- Existing concerns regarding further escalation; and
- The messages Riyadh conveyed to Sana’a and the pre-attack approach.
