Yemen's Houthis strike Saudi Arabia's Aramco headquarters

Iran-backed Houthi rebels launched a midnight attack on the headquarters of Saudi Arabia's state oil company Aramco in Dhahran, causing damage to company executives' offices. Authorities reported that there were no casualties and the upper floors of the building were damaged.

Attack on Aramco Headquarters

Iran-backed Houthi rebels targeted the headquarters of the state oil company Aramco in the eastern Saudi city of Dhahran. Regional authorities stated that the midnight attack caused damage to the upper floors housing the offices of the company's CEO and senior executives.

Saudi Coalition Interception Operations

The Saudi-led coalition forces announced that numerous drones and missiles targeting the capital Riyadh, Dhahran, and the city of Al-Kharj were destroyed. It was reported that falling missile debris in Riyadh resulted in one injury and state agency SPA broadcasted images of the damaged buildings.

Houthi Retaliation Statements

The Houthis defended these attacks as retaliation against Saudi aggression targeting Sanaa and other regions. It was noted that civilians along Yemen's conflict lines and in the city of Taiz are experiencing food and fuel shortages, with difficulties in delivering humanitarian aid.

Diplomatic Initiatives for Ceasefire

A senior Houthi official announced that regional and international powers have established contacts aimed at halting the attacks and reaching a permanent ceasefire agreement. It was stated that Oman, Russia, and China are carrying out mediation activities.