Houthi Airport Attacks Prompt Saudi Flight Suspension; Bulgarian Ship Sunk

Saudi Arabia has suspended all flights to and from its main international airport in Riyadh for a week following a series of deadly Houthi missile attacks. The attacks, which have targeted airports and other facilities, have resulted in casualties and significant damage, prompting a strong response from Saudi authorities. The Houthis, an Iran-backed rebel group, have escalated their actions against Saudi Arabia, employing precision strikes and guerrilla tactics that have proven difficult for Saudi forces to counter.

These recent attacks represent a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict in Yemen. The Houthis' ability to breach Saudi defenses and strike major civilian infrastructure like Riyadh's international airport highlights the challenges faced by Saudi Arabia in securing its territory. In a separate incident, eleven crew members are missing after a merchant ship was sunk overnight in the Black Sea following a drone attack, prompting Bulgaria to summon the Russian ambassador.