Houthis Target Aramco Building in Dhahran and Coalition Responds with Strikes
A Houthi attack targeted an Aramco administrative building in Dhahran, sparking a fire with no injuries reported, while the coalition responded by targeting fuel storage facilities and docks, as well as intercepting missiles and a drone.
The Saudi Press Agency reported that an administrative building belonging to Aramco in Dhahran was subjected to a Houthi attack, causing a limited fire with no casualties. The Enterprise AM platform reported that the attack comes amid growing escalation in the region.
The Saudi-led coalition announced that it targeted Houthi fuel storage facilities and docks, and intercepted cruise missiles, ballistic missiles, and a drone, according to the same source.
In Riyadh, missile shrapnel injured four people and damaged 15 homes, according to the platform.
Meanwhile, data from The Loadstar showed that air cargo capacity in Saudi Arabia dropped 33% within 72 hours, reflecting the impact of the escalation on air transport. Enterprise AM noted that Egypt expressed its support for Saudi Arabia and is considering joining the Makkah Charter.
What do these terms mean?
Aramco: Saudi Arabia's national oil company and the world's largest energy company by production, operating in exploration, refining, and exports.
Saudi-led Coalition: A military coalition led by Saudi Arabia involving Arab nations, conducting military operations against the Houthis.
Aerial Interception: Shooting down an enemy missile or aircraft in mid-air before it reaches its target, using air defense systems.
Air Cargo Capacity: The capacity of airports to transport goods by air within a specific period, measured in tons and affected by airspace and airport closures.
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