Iran live updates: At least 20 killed in week of attacks on Saudi airports, officials say
Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation says at least 20 people died in a series of attacks on the country’s airports. Officials blamed Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels.
The attacks come as fighting between the Houthis and Saudi-backed Yemeni forces has intensified. The Houthis have also launched strikes against Saudi Arabia.
President Donald Trump told ABC News the United States may join Saudi strikes against the Houthis. He also described an attack in Riyadh as terrible and said he planned to speak with the Saudi crown prince.
Saudi schools are moving to online classes for at least this week, according to sources in the country, including a diplomat who spoke with ABC News.
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration warned American airlines operating to or over Saudi Arabia to use caution, citing military activity and interference with satellite navigation signals.
Key points
- Saudi aviation officials report at least 20 deaths in Houthi attacks on airports.
- Trump says the U.S. may join Saudi strikes against the Houthis.
- Saudi schools are going online, and the FAA has cautioned U.S. airlines.