Saudi Arabia strikes oil depots in Yemen as conflict with Houthis escalates
Civilians warned to leave target area near Sana’a before attacks following deadly strike on Riyadh airport
TL;DR
- Saudi Arabia conducted strikes on oil depots in Yemen, including one near Sana'a and facilities at Ras Isa port.
- These strikes are seen as a response to a Houthi attack on King Khalid international airport in Riyadh that killed 13 people.
- The Houthis have threatened Aramco facilities in Riyadh in retaliation.
- The conflict is escalating, with Houthi forces advancing south and the increased effectiveness of their drone and missile technology noted.
- Internal divisions among anti-Houthi forces exist, with the Southern Transitional Council (STC) playing a prominent role and seeking secession.
- There are behind-the-scenes discussions about Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman potentially legitimizing the STC and its leader, Aidarous al Zubaidi.