Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia injure 73 as coalition vows firm response

Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia have injured at least 73 people, prompting the Saudi-led coalition to vow a firm response. The Iran-backed Houthis targeted civilian and economic sites in the Saudi cities of Abha, Khamis Mushait, Jazan, and Najran. Coalition spokesman Col. Turki al-Malki described the escalation as “dangerous” and stated, “The coalition will take all necessary operational measures to deter this terrorist militia and resolutely confront its hostile approach.” These attacks follow renewed tensions and a naval blockade announced by the Houthis in July, with reports indicating that facilities belonging to Saudi oil giant Aramco in Jazan were among the targets.