Saudi Aramco, the world's largest oil company, is under pressure from missile attacks by the Yemeni armed forces and has issued an immediate evacuation order for its headquarters in the city of Dhahran. This decision was made following extensive missile attacks targeting vital and economic facilities in Saudi Arabia.
Details of the Missile Attacks and Saudi Response
According to reports, Yahya Saree, the spokesperson for the Yemeni armed forces, claimed responsibility for these attacks in a statement and emphasized that this operation was in response to the Saudi coalition's aggressions against Yemen. He also warned that if these attacks continue, vital and economic sites belonging to Aramco will be considered "legitimate targets" for Yemeni forces. He urged Saudi employees and citizens to stay away from these centers.
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Warning Sirens and Air Defense System Activity
In the wake of these attacks, warning sirens sounded in northern Riyadh and the city's air defense systems were activated. Explosions were also heard near King Khalid International Airport and the Riyadh oil refinery. Local sources report explosions occurring in northern Riyadh and near the city's oil facilities. These attacks are reminiscent of previous assaults that targeted the Saudi missile base in Al-Sulayyil.
Additionally, the Saudi Civil Defense Organization has issued necessary warnings in the provinces of Wadi Al-Dawasir and Al-Sulayyil. It appears that these attacks indicate a continuation of tensions between Saudi Arabia and Yemen and an increase in the level of conflict in the region.
Impacts and Consequences
Saudi officials have not yet released reports on the casualties or potential damages from these attacks, but the confirmation from the Saudi Ministry of Energy regarding the targeting of Aramco's office in Dhahran has raised concerns. These developments not only affect the security situation in Saudi Arabia but could also impact the global oil market and its prices.
The recent attacks by Yemenis on Aramco and other Saudi facilities demonstrate the strength and determination of the Yemeni armed forces in confronting the Saudi coalition, raising the possibility of escalating tensions and conflicts in this region in the near future. Given Saudi Arabia's geographical and economic position, these attacks could have broader implications for the region and the world.
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