Saudi Arabia issues all-clear in Khamis Mushait after multiple alerts
At a glance
- Houthi forces continue to launch drone and missile attacks on southern Saudi Arabia.
- Saudi authorities issued an all-clear in Khamis Mushait after four alerts in 24 hours.
- Recent attacks have wounded at least 73 people and targeted oil infrastructure.
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Houthi forces in Yemen have intensified cross-border attacks on southern Saudi Arabia, targeting cities like Khamis Mushait and Jazan with missiles and drones. The Saudi-led coalition has vowed to respond. The strikes, which have wounded dozens and targeted energy facilities, mark an escalation despite a 2022 UN-brokered truce.
Latest development
On Thursday, Saudi civil defence authorities issued an all-clear in the southwestern province of Khamis Mushait. This followed the fourth emergency alert declared in the area within 24 hours amid ongoing clashes with Houthi forces from Yemen.
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Saudi civil defence authorities on Thursday issued an all-clear for the southwestern province of Khamis Mushait, following the fourth emergency alert declared in the area within a 24-hour period.
The repeated alerts were triggered by ongoing clashes with and attacks from Yemen's Houthi forces, which have intensified in recent days.
Pakistan has called for an immediate halt to the ongoing attacks by Houthi forces on Saudi Arabia.
The Saudi-led coalition in Yemen has confirmed that Houthi forces attacked the southern Saudi cities of Abha, Khamis Mushait, and Jazan with ballistic missiles and drones on Wednesday. This marks the second consecutive day of Houthi attacks on the kingdom.
Coalition spokesperson Turki al-Malki said the group was continuing to target Saudi Arabia’s national assets and infrastructure, and that the coalition would respond "responsibly" to protect the country's sovereignty, assets, and civilians.
Saudi Arabia has vowed to take firm measures after a major Houthi attack targeted several cities and energy facilities in the kingdom, according to available reports. The strikes reportedly involved drones and missiles, resulting in 73 people being injured and causing fires at some locations.
Sources and updates
Saudi says no danger after Khamis Mushait alert amid clashes with Houthis
Saudi civil defence authorities issued an all-clear on Thursday following an emergency alert declared in the southwestern province of Khamis Mushait for the fourth time in 24 hours, as clashes flared with Yemen’s Houthis. The danger had passed, the c
Houthis attack southern Saudi cities for second day, Saudi-led coalition says
The Houthis attacked the southern Saudi cities of Abha, Khamis Mushait and Jazan with ballistic missiles and drones on Wednesday, a Saudi-led coalition in Yemen said, marking the second consecutive day of Houthi attacks on the kingdom. The Houthis we
It is distressing to see this cycle of attacks and alerts. The safety of ordinary people must be the priority for all sides.
Bilkul. Bohat se Pakistanis wahan kaam karte hain. I hope they are all safe and sound.
Yes, praying for everyone’s safety. The article mentions Pakistan has called for a halt to attacks. Diplomacy and de-escalation are the only way forward.
The 2022 truce seemed promising. What has changed to cause this new escalation? It seems a sustainable peace is still very difficult to achieve in the region.
Allah sab ko apni hifz o amaan mein rakhein. Is tarah ki khabrein sun kar dil pareshan ho jata hai.