Saudi Arabia Faces Missile Attacks, Iran Offers Mediation

On October 13, Saudi Arabia reported facing a new barrage of missile and drone attacks, prompting the continued closure of Riyadh airport. This situation follows a deadly missile strike on a departure terminal on October 10, claimed by Yemen's Iran-allied Houthis.

The Saudi-led coalition, which supports government forces in Yemen, reported incoming drones and missiles, but there was no immediate information on whether they were intercepted. The Houthis have intensified their attacks on Saudi airports and oil facilities since the previous week, coinciding with a major energy conference in Riyadh.

The conflict has escalated as Saudi Arabia re-engaged in Yemen's civil war to counter the Houthis' advances, particularly around the Bab el-Mandeb Strait oil route. While Yemeni forces supported by Riyadh have made some gains, they remain under pressure on other fronts.

Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson, Esmaeil Baghaei, stated that Iran is ready to mediate dialogue between the Houthis and Saudi Arabia.