Saudi-led coalition strikes Yemen fuel depot; Houthi attacks target Saudi cities and Aramco facility
The Saudi-led coalition fighting in Yemen reportedly struck a fuel depot near Sanaa, the Houthi-controlled capital. This action was confirmed by the coalition's spokesperson, Maj Gen Turki al-Maliki.
Following this, missiles and drones were intercepted over Riyadh and other Saudi cities. Saudi Arabia stated that these Houthi attacks sparked a fire at an Aramco administrative building and wounded four people in Riyadh.
Newswire also reported that a limited fire broke out at an administrative building of Aramco, one of the world's largest oil facilities, due to Houthi attacks.
Why it scored 5/10: This event involves international conflict and has potential implications for global oil markets, which could indirectly affect Sri Lanka's economy, making it notable national news.
Reported by 4 sources
- Oil facility near Yemen capital Sanaa hit by Saudi Arabia, Houthis say Ada Derana · 8d ago
- Missiles intercepted near Riyadh after Saudi coalition hits Yemen fuel depot The Island · 8d ago
- Saudi says Houthi attacks sparked Aramco fire, wounded 4 in Riyadh Ada Derana · 8d ago
- Houthis attack Saudi’s Aramco oil facility compound, triggering fire Newswire · 7d ago