Houthi missile attacks on Riyadh airport and infrastructure
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Houthis, Saudi-led coalition
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
October 8, 2026
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Houthi rebels launched missile attacks targeting Riyadh airport and other Saudi infrastructure. Debris from interceptions damaged a kindergarten and a medical complex in Riyadh. Several planes at the airport sustained damage.
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The Yemen War: The History and Evolution of the Conflict
Author: Helen Lackner
This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the complex political and social dynamics in Yemen, explaining the rise of the Houthi movement and the regional proxy war involving Saudi Arabia, which is essential for understanding the motivations behind cross-border missile attacks.
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