Houthi-linked media outlet Al-Masirah said on Tuesday (Oct 13) that the Saudi-led coalition had carried out airstrikes against oil facilities west of Yemen’s capital, Sanaa. Multiple media outlets also reported hearing explosions in the city.&nbsp;The strikes came hours after the coalition warned of an imminent attack on an oil facility and urged civilians to evacuate. The Houthis responded by threatening a “tough and painful response”.&nbsp;Saudi-led coalition spokesman Turki al-Maliki urged civilians to leave the Yemen Petroleum Company site and the al-Sabaha Central Station in Sanaa for their safety.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree said the group's fighters were confronting Saudi-backed forces in the capital.&nbsp;The Houthis warned that any strike would be met with a “tough and painful response”. The group also told employees to evacuate Saudi oil giant Aramco's facilities and threatened to target Riyadh's international airport, which it has struck several times over the past week.&nbsp;The escalation follows a series of attacks on Saudi airports and oil facilities. A strike on Saturday reportedly killed 13 people and disrupted oil production.&nbsp;France on Tuesday advised its citizens to avoid airports in Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam. Several other countries have also issued travel warnings for Saudi Arabia.<h3>Saudi Arabia faces economic pressure</h3>The Saudi-led coalition has supported Yemen's government militarily since 2015 in its war against the Houthis, a conflict that has fuelled a severe humanitarian crisis.&nbsp;Meanwhile, the International Monetary Fund said Saudi Arabia's economy could contract by 3.3 per cent this year. Its latest World Economic Outlook report was compiled before the reported attack on Riyadh's international airport.&nbsp;The kingdom has also faced economic pressure from disruptions to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz amid the wider Middle East war.&nbsp;Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Türkiye signed the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, a trilateral security and mutual defence pact.&nbsp;However, Riyadh has yet to receive significant support from its treaty partners in its conflict with the Houthis, according to the information provided.

The Saudi-led coalition reportedly struck oil facilities in Sanaa, prompting the Houthis to threaten retaliation against Saudi oil facilities and Riyadh's international airport.

Houthi-linked media outlet Al-Masirah said on Tuesday (Oct 13) that the Saudi-led coalition had carried out airstrikes against oil facilities west of Yemen’s capital, Sanaa. Multiple media outlets also reported hearing explosions in the city. The strikes came hours after the coalition warned of an imminent attack on an oil facility and urged civilians to evacuate. The Houthis responded by threatening a “tough and painful response”. Saudi-led coalition spokesman Turki al-Maliki urged civilians to leave the Yemen Petroleum Company site and the al-Sabaha Central Station in Sanaa for their safety. Meanwhile, Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree said the group's fighters were confronting Saudi-backed forces in the capital. The Houthis warned that any strike would be met with a “tough and painful response”. The group also told employees to evacuate Saudi oil giant Aramco's facilities and threatened to target Riyadh's international airport, which it has struck several times over the past week. The escalation follows a series of attacks on Saudi airports and oil facilities. A strike on Saturday reportedly killed 13 people and disrupted oil production. France on Tuesday advised its citizens to avoid airports in Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam. Several other countries have also issued travel warnings for Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia faces economic pressure The Saudi-led coalition has supported Yemen's government militarily since 2015 in its war against the Houthis, a conflict that has fuelled a severe humanitarian crisis. Meanwhile, the International Monetary Fund said Saudi Arabia's economy could contract by 3.3 per cent this year. Its latest World Economic Outlook report was compiled before the reported attack on Riyadh's international airport. The kingdom has also faced economic pressure from disruptions to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz amid the wider Middle East war. Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Türkiye signed the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, a trilateral security and mutual defence pact. However, Riyadh has yet to receive significant support from its treaty partners in its conflict with the Houthis, according to the information provided.

The Saudi-led coalition reportedly struck oil facilities in Sanaa, prompting the Houthis to threaten retaliation against Saudi oil facilities and Riyadh's international airport.

Blasts heard in Sanaa as Saudi-led coalition warns civilians to evacuate; Houthis vow retaliation

Saudi Arabia has called on the international community to do more to protect key waterways in the Middle East, warning that attempts to disrupt shipping routes could threaten global energy security.&nbsp;Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan made the remarks at the United Nations General Assembly on Saturday. He called for international action against attacks by Yemen's Houthi militia on Saudi Arabia and commercial shipping.&nbsp;He also urged countries to protect navigation in the Red Sea and the Bab al Mandab Strait, which are important routes for oil and gas exports.<h3>Saudi Arabia calls for free navigation</h3>"The international community has been absent from assuming its responsibilities in confronting all that threatens international peace and security," bin Farhan told the UN General Assembly.&nbsp;He stressed the need to protect freedom of navigation across major international waterways, including the Strait of Hormuz, the Bab al-Mandab Strait, the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden.&nbsp;"The kingdom stresses the importance of guaranteeing the protection of freedom of navigation in all international waterways, foremost among them the Strait of Hormuz, the Bab al-Mandab Strait, the Red Sea, the Gulf of Aden," he said.&nbsp;Bin Farhan also called for the Strait of Hormuz to return to its pre-war status and said ships should not face any fees or taxes while using the waterway.&nbsp;"The Strait of Hormuz must return to its pre-war status, without the imposition of fees."&nbsp;He said no country should use important waterways to put pressure on other nations or threaten their interests.&nbsp;"The kingdom rejects any party's use of these vital passages as a tool for pressure, threat, or harm to the interests of states, in a manner consistent with international law and relevant United Nations resolutions," he said.&nbsp;Bin Farhan spoke shortly after US President Donald Trump rejected an Iranian proposal linked to reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The proposal also included a ceasefire in the Middle East and the release of frozen Iranian assets.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-will-achieve-ukraine-war-aims-europe-doing-everything-to-block-peace-talks-lavrov-at-un-1790441169006">Russia will achieve Ukraine war aims; Europe doing everything to block peace talks: Lavrov at UN</a><h3>Saudi Arabia backs two-state solution</h3>The Saudi foreign minister also addressed the situation in the Palestinian territories. He rejected attempts to forcibly displace Palestinians or change the existing status quo.&nbsp;"We reject any attempt at forced displacement or changing the status quo in the Palestinian territories.&nbsp;A just peace can only be achieved through the implementation of the two-state solution and the establishment of an independent Palestinian state. The continued illegal expansion of settlements constitutes a grave violation of international and humanitarian law."

Saudi Arabia has urged global action against Houthi attacks on the Kingdom and commercial shipping, while calling for free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, the Red Sea and the Bab al Mandab Strait.

Saudi Arabia has called on the international community to do more to protect key waterways in the Middle East, warning that attempts to disrupt shipping routes could threaten global energy security. Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan made the remarks at the United Nations General Assembly on Saturday. He called for international action against attacks by Yemen's Houthi militia on Saudi Arabia and commercial shipping. He also urged countries to protect navigation in the Red Sea and the Bab al Mandab Strait, which are important routes for oil and gas exports. Saudi Arabia calls for free navigation "The international community has been absent from assuming its responsibilities in confronting all that threatens international peace and security," bin Farhan told the UN General Assembly. He stressed the need to protect freedom of navigation across major international waterways, including the Strait of Hormuz, the Bab al-Mandab Strait, the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden. "The kingdom stresses the importance of guaranteeing the protection of freedom of navigation in all international waterways, foremost among them the Strait of Hormuz, the Bab al-Mandab Strait, the Red Sea, the Gulf of Aden," he said. Bin Farhan also called for the Strait of Hormuz to return to its pre-war status and said ships should not face any fees or taxes while using the waterway. "The Strait of Hormuz must return to its pre-war status, without the imposition of fees." He said no country should use important waterways to put pressure on other nations or threaten their interests. "The kingdom rejects any party's use of these vital passages as a tool for pressure, threat, or harm to the interests of states, in a manner consistent with international law and relevant United Nations resolutions," he said. Bin Farhan spoke shortly after US President Donald Trump rejected an Iranian proposal linked to reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The proposal also included a ceasefire in the Middle East and the release of frozen Iranian assets. Also Read: Russia will achieve Ukraine war aims; Europe doing everything to block peace talks: Lavrov at UN Saudi Arabia backs two-state solution The Saudi foreign minister also addressed the situation in the Palestinian territories. He rejected attempts to forcibly displace Palestinians or change the existing status quo. "We reject any attempt at forced displacement or changing the status quo in the Palestinian territories. A just peace can only be achieved through the implementation of the two-state solution and the establishment of an independent Palestinian state. The continued illegal expansion of settlements constitutes a grave violation of international and humanitarian law."

Saudi Arabia has urged global action against Houthi attacks on the Kingdom and commercial shipping, while calling for free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, the Red Sea and the Bab al Mandab Strait.

Global community 'absent' in Gulf crisis: Saudi at UN calls for freedom of navigation, pre war status for Hormuz

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Tuesday that the United States intends to live up to its security commitments with Saudi Arabia as per the defence agreement with the country. Rubio assured that Washington will stand by its security commitments to Saudi Arabia amid the fighting with Yemen’s Houthis.&nbsp;“We have a defence agreement with Saudi Arabia. We intend to live up to our commitments on it. We will,” Rubio told US media outlet Fox News. “That is a very dangerous and complicated conflict,” he added.&nbsp;Rubio added that the Houthis are considered proxies for Iran, and their escalation is a major factor behind rising energy prices. He attacked Iran, saying it is run by extremist clerics with a radical view of their religion.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-must-stop-arming-houthis-in-yemen-say-g7-nations-ahead-of-un-general-assembly-1790080270883">‘Iran must stop arming Houthis in Yemen,’ say G7 nations ahead of UN General Assembly</a>&nbsp;Earlier this month, the Houthis seized Yemen’s entire Red Sea coast after capturing three strategic islands, then struck Saudi Arabian oil facilities with a large drone and missile attack.Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman had called President Donald Trump twice asking for US strikes on the Houthis, but his request was turned down, reported Axios.<h2>‘Iran run by lunatic clerics having an apocalyptic view of their religion’</h2>&nbsp;Targeting the Iranian leadership, Rubio said, “Iran is run by lunatic clerics that have a radical view of their religion—very radical view, an apocalyptic view of their religion. These people can never have nuclear weapons... Eventually, someone has to do something about it or it’s going to happen.”&nbsp;“Iran can never have a nuclear weapon—they just simply can’t. This is a radical clerical regime. You see how they treat their own people; you see the amount of damage and carnage that they’ve committed... A group like that can never have a nuclear weapon,” he added.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/why-rare-earth-export-licences-and-board-of-trade-are-us-priorities-ahead-of-trump-xi-summit-1790021069068">Explainer: Why rare-earth export licences and Board of Trade are US priorities ahead of Trump-Xi summit</a><h2>‘American economic sanctions severely impacting Iranian economy’</h2>&nbsp;Rubio also stated that outbound oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz have recovered to between 60 and 70 per cent of previous levels.&nbsp;He added that American economic sanctions on Iran are severely impacting the Iranian economy. Rubio blamed the Russia-Ukraine war and the Houthis for the spurt in oil prices over the last few weeks.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-russia-has-lost-control-of-its-diesel-industry-calls-for-end-to-ridiculous-never-ending-war-1789999050401">Trump says Russia has ‘lost control’ of its diesel industry, calls for end to ‘ridiculous, never-ending’ war</a>&nbsp;“The majority of the increase you’ve seen in oil prices over the last couple of weeks, it has stabilized now, has to do with the Black Sea—Ukraine and Russia—and Yemen—the Houthis,” he said.&nbsp;<h2>Slams NATO partners for not allowing use of US bases during contingency</h2>&nbsp;The US Secretary of State also slammed NATO partners who did not allow the use of US bases during contingency and questioned the very purpose of the alliance in such an “absurd” situation.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-document-details-broad-iran-cooperation-plan-across-finance-nuclear-and-aviation-sectors-report-1789995702968">Russian document details broad Iran cooperation plan across finance, nuclear and aviation sectors: Report</a>&nbsp;“One of the reasons why we have bases in NATO—one of the benefits to us—is the ability to project power in case of a contingency. We had a contingency, and we had a couple countries say, ‘You can’t use your base here.’ That’s absurd. If we can’t use our base when we have a contingency, then what’s the point of having the base and, frankly, what’s the point of having the alliance?”&nbsp;Replying to a question on the Greenland deal, Rubio said, “It’s a great deal. It’s a fantastic achievement... Multiple American presidents understood the geographic importance of Greenland. This is the first president that actually has done something about it.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio slammed NATO partners who did not allow the use of US bases during contingency and questioned the purpose of the alliance in such an “absurd” situation. Rubio also said that the American economic sanctions on Iran are severely impacting the Iranian economy.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Tuesday that the United States intends to live up to its security commitments with Saudi Arabia as per the defence agreement with the country. Rubio assured that Washington will stand by its security commitments to Saudi Arabia amid the fighting with Yemen’s Houthis. “We have a defence agreement with Saudi Arabia. We intend to live up to our commitments on it. We will,” Rubio told US media outlet Fox News. “That is a very dangerous and complicated conflict,” he added. Rubio added that the Houthis are considered proxies for Iran, and their escalation is a major factor behind rising energy prices. He attacked Iran, saying it is run by extremist clerics with a radical view of their religion. Also Read: ‘Iran must stop arming Houthis in Yemen,’ say G7 nations ahead of UN General Assembly Earlier this month, the Houthis seized Yemen’s entire Red Sea coast after capturing three strategic islands, then struck Saudi Arabian oil facilities with a large drone and missile attack. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman had called President Donald Trump twice asking for US strikes on the Houthis, but his request was turned down, reported Axios. ‘Iran run by lunatic clerics having an apocalyptic view of their religion’ Targeting the Iranian leadership, Rubio said, “Iran is run by lunatic clerics that have a radical view of their religion—very radical view, an apocalyptic view of their religion. These people can never have nuclear weapons... Eventually, someone has to do something about it or it’s going to happen.” “Iran can never have a nuclear weapon—they just simply can’t. This is a radical clerical regime. You see how they treat their own people; you see the amount of damage and carnage that they’ve committed... A group like that can never have a nuclear weapon,” he added. Also Read: Explainer: Why rare-earth export licences and Board of Trade are US priorities ahead of Trump-Xi summit ‘American economic sanctions severely impacting Iranian economy’ Rubio also stated that outbound oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz have recovered to between 60 and 70 per cent of previous levels. He added that American economic sanctions on Iran are severely impacting the Iranian economy. Rubio blamed the Russia-Ukraine war and the Houthis for the spurt in oil prices over the last few weeks. Also Read: Trump says Russia has ‘lost control’ of its diesel industry, calls for end to ‘ridiculous, never-ending’ war “The majority of the increase you’ve seen in oil prices over the last couple of weeks, it has stabilized now, has to do with the Black Sea—Ukraine and Russia—and Yemen—the Houthis,” he said. Slams NATO partners for not allowing use of US bases during contingency The US Secretary of State also slammed NATO partners who did not allow the use of US bases during contingency and questioned the very purpose of the alliance in such an “absurd” situation. Also Read: Russian document details broad Iran cooperation plan across finance, nuclear and aviation sectors: Report “One of the reasons why we have bases in NATO—one of the benefits to us—is the ability to project power in case of a contingency. We had a contingency, and we had a couple countries say, ‘You can’t use your base here.’ That’s absurd. If we can’t use our base when we have a contingency, then what’s the point of having the base and, frankly, what’s the point of having the alliance?” Replying to a question on the Greenland deal, Rubio said, “It’s a great deal. It’s a fantastic achievement... Multiple American presidents understood the geographic importance of Greenland. This is the first president that actually has done something about it.”

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio slammed NATO partners who did not allow the use of US bases during contingency and questioned the purpose of the alliance in such an “absurd” situation. Rubio also said that the American economic sanctions on Iran are severely impacting the Iranian economy.

‘US will stand by its security commitments to Saudi Arabia,’ says Marco Rubio

Iran-backed Houthis scored their biggest military victory in years as they swept through Yemen's Red Sea coastline. This has potentially put them in a strong position to call the shots in the Bab al-Mandeb Strait. Now, the Houthis' latest offensive has brought into the spotlight their elusive leader, Abdul Malik al-Houthi.After Israel killed the leaders of Hezbollah and Hamas, al-Houthi is seen as Iran's most prominent and resilient ally. During the course of the ongoing West Asia war, he has openly expressed support for Iran and threatened to join the hostilities.He rose to prominence in 2004 after assuming leadership of the group as his brother, Hussein al-Houthi, was killed by Yemeni security forces. Subsequently, he commanded the group in six rounds of war against the Yemeni government till 2010.In 2014, the group made its biggest move by seizing control of Yemen's capital, Sanaa. A year later, the UN Security Council imposed an arms embargo, asset freeze and travel ban on him. While he was designated as a terrorist by the US as well in January 2021, he was de-listed a month later.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/Gravitas?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Gravitas</a> | Abdul Malik Al-Houthi in focus The Houthi leader driving the fight against Saudi Arabia<a href="https://x.com/MollyGambhir?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MollyGambhir</a> tells you more <a href="https://t.co/tDANDqNExk">pic.twitter.com/tDANDqNExk</a>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://x.com/WIONews/status/2100633401590272070?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 17, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

This group traces its origin back to the 1990s, when religious scholar and politician Hussein al-Houthi started voicing the interests of the Zaydi community, who felt marginalised in Yemen. Its initial focus was religious revival, education and resistance to what its supporters saw as growing Salafi influence and government corruption.While it later came to be known as 'Ansar Allah', or 'Supporters of God', the name Houthi stuck owing to its founder's contribution.So, how powerful are the Houthis?Over the years, they have built up a diverse arsenal, including ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, drones, anti-ship weapons and unmanned boats. The fact that even America is choosing not to directly enter into a conflict with them indicates the Iran-backed group's growing prowess.As the West Asia impasse lingers on and the Strait of Hormuz remains virtually closed, all eyes are on whether the Houthis will continue to allow free passage of ships through the Bab al-Mandeb Strait.

In 2014, the group made its biggest move by seizing control of Yemen's capital, Sanaa. A year later, the UN Security Council imposed an arms embargo, asset freeze and travel ban on him. 

Iran-backed Houthis scored their biggest military victory in years as they swept through Yemen's Red Sea coastline. This has potentially put them in a strong position to call the shots in the Bab al-Mandeb Strait. Now, the Houthis' latest offensive has brought into the spotlight their elusive leader, Abdul Malik al-Houthi. After Israel killed the leaders of Hezbollah and Hamas, al-Houthi is seen as Iran's most prominent and resilient ally. During the course of the ongoing West Asia war, he has openly expressed support for Iran and threatened to join the hostilities. He rose to prominence in 2004 after assuming leadership of the group as his brother, Hussein al-Houthi, was killed by Yemeni security forces. Subsequently, he commanded the group in six rounds of war against the Yemeni government till 2010. In 2014, the group made its biggest move by seizing control of Yemen's capital, Sanaa. A year later, the UN Security Council imposed an arms embargo, asset freeze and travel ban on him. While he was designated as a terrorist by the US as well in January 2021, he was de-listed a month later.

In 2014, the group made its biggest move by seizing control of Yemen's capital, Sanaa. A year later, the UN Security Council imposed an arms embargo, asset freeze and travel ban on him.&nbsp;

Abdul Malik al-Houthi: The leader driving the fight against Saudi | Gravitas

Saudi Arabia on Wednesday (Sep 16) condemned the targeting of Mecca, calling it a “cowardly terrorist attack” by Yemen’s Houthis, who have rejected the claims of targeting the holiest Muslim site. The incident has triggered outrage across the Muslim world. The Houthis rejected the allegation, calling Riyadh’s accusations “a worn-out lie”. This comes after Saudi authorities issued alerts warning of possible attacks in Mecca and parts of the country’s south. Meanwhile, Houthis claimed that they have shot down a Saudi F-15 fighter jet while in the airspace of Marib province.Saudi Arabia’s foreign ministry said the kingdom had the right to “defend the security of the two holy mosques, the pilgrims, and the entire Saudi territory”. The Saudi-led coalition fighting the Houthis also warned that “the security of the Two Holy Mosques and the pilgrims is a red line”.The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, representing 57 Muslim countries, condemned what it called “heinous attacks”, while Arab League chief Nabil Fahmy described the incident as “a matter of extreme gravity”.<h2>Houthis claim downing Saudi F-15</h2>Yemen’s Houthis on Wednesday (Sep 16) claimed they had shot down a Saudi F-15 fighter jet over Marib province, saying the warplane was targeted with a locally made surface-to-air missile.“The Yemeni Armed Forces, with Allah's aid and grace, succeeded in shooting down a Saudi F-15 fighter jet while it was carrying out hostile operations in support of its military mobilisations in the airspace of Marib province,” Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree said.In a statement posted on social media, Saree also accused Saudi Arabia of carrying out more than 450 strikes in Yemen over the past week. He said the fighter jet was brought down “using a locally made surface-to-air missile”.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">WILD: A Saudi F-15 was shot down over Yemen&#39;s Marib province overnight. Onboard footage from the Houthi SAM system. Looks like what’s the Houthis claim, turned out true <a href="https://t.co/6Xeblyjo1i">pic.twitter.com/6Xeblyjo1i</a>&mdash; Open Source Intel (@Osint613) <a href="https://x.com/Osint613/status/2100238768569557054?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 16, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Yemen war spills into Red Sea</h2>The latest escalation comes as fighting between the Houthis and Yemen’s Saudi-backed government intensifies. The Houthis have also declared a maritime blockade targeting Saudi ships and claimed control of Yemen’s Red Sea coast and the Bab al-Mandab Strait.Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree said Saudi Arabia had carried out more than 450 strikes in Yemen this week. The group claimed retaliatory attacks on a Saudi air base and an oil facility in Yanbu, and said it had shot down a Saudi fighter jet.The renewed fighting has raised wider concerns over Red Sea shipping. Qatar warned that any closure of the Bab al-Mandab Strait would be “catastrophic for the entire world”.Yemen’s civil war had largely remained dormant since 2022 before fighting intensified in July. The United Nations says the conflict has displaced more than 100,000 people.&nbsp;

Saudi Arabia accused Yemen’s Houthis of targeting Mecca, calling it a “cowardly terrorist attack”. Houthis denied it and claimed they shot down a Saudi F-15 over Marib.

Saudi Arabia on Wednesday (Sep 16) condemned the targeting of Mecca, calling it a “cowardly terrorist attack” by Yemen’s Houthis, who have rejected the claims of targeting the holiest Muslim site. The incident has triggered outrage across the Muslim world. The Houthis rejected the allegation, calling Riyadh’s accusations “a worn-out lie”. This comes after Saudi authorities issued alerts warning of possible attacks in Mecca and parts of the country’s south. Meanwhile, Houthis claimed that they have shot down a Saudi F-15 fighter jet while in the airspace of Marib province. Saudi Arabia’s foreign ministry said the kingdom had the right to “defend the security of the two holy mosques, the pilgrims, and the entire Saudi territory”. The Saudi-led coalition fighting the Houthis also warned that “the security of the Two Holy Mosques and the pilgrims is a red line”. The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, representing 57 Muslim countries, condemned what it called “heinous attacks”, while Arab League chief Nabil Fahmy described the incident as “a matter of extreme gravity”. Houthis claim downing Saudi F-15 Yemen’s Houthis on Wednesday (Sep 16) claimed they had shot down a Saudi F-15 fighter jet over Marib province, saying the warplane was targeted with a locally made surface-to-air missile. “The Yemeni Armed Forces, with Allah's aid and grace, succeeded in shooting down a Saudi F-15 fighter jet while it was carrying out hostile operations in support of its military mobilisations in the airspace of Marib province,” Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree said. In a statement posted on social media, Saree also accused Saudi Arabia of carrying out more than 450 strikes in Yemen over the past week. He said the fighter jet was brought down “using a locally made surface-to-air missile”.

Saudi Arabia accused Yemen’s Houthis of targeting Mecca, calling it a “cowardly terrorist attack”. Houthis denied it and claimed they shot down a Saudi F-15 over Marib.

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