The missile operations in Yemen have intensified in recent days. Yahya Saree, the spokesperson for the armed forces of Yemen, announced the execution of three special operations using ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and drones. These operations specifically targeted King Khalid Airport in Riyadh and the Aramco refinery in Rabigh.
Details of the Operations and Consequences
The spokesperson for the armed forces of Yemen stated that the first operation pertains to King Khalid Airport in Riyadh, which led to disruptions in air traffic at this airport. In the second operation, the Aramco refinery in Rabigh was targeted, resulting in a fire at the site. In the third operation, Abha Airport, Khamis Mushait base, and the Akifah camp in the Asir region, as well as several other sensitive positions in Najran and Jazan, were also attacked.
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These operations were conducted as a response to recent Saudi attacks on Yemen, which included 60 air and missile strikes in the past 24 hours. These Saudi attacks on civilians, including women and children, have caused significant casualties and financial damage.
Warning to Airlines
The spokesperson for the armed forces of Yemen also announced that the total number of Saudi attacks since the escalation of tensions has reached 1,576 air and missile strikes and warned about the continuation of international flights from Saudi airspace. According to this warning, Saudi airspace, except for the holy areas of Mecca and Medina, will be within the operational scope of the armed forces of Yemen, and this country will bear no responsibility for the consequences of ignoring this warning.
Yahya Saree emphasized at the end that Yemen possesses the necessary capabilities and resources to confront the escalation of aggressive tensions and has made the necessary preparations for such days. These developments indicate an escalation of tensions in the region and its consequences for security and stability in Saudi Arabia and Yemen.
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