Houthi Rebels Claim Responsibility for Aramco Attack, Injure 73

The Houthi rebels in Yemen have claimed responsibility for targeting Saudi oil giant Aramco and other energy facilities in the Kingdom's southern region early Tuesday. The attacks triggered fires at several sites, temporarily disrupting operations, and injured 73 people.

A Saudi Energy Ministry official source said specialized field teams were deployed to contain the fires, secure the facilities, and assess the damage. The ministry stated that 'the needed measures will be taken to ensure the safety of the facilities and workers and the continuation of work according to the approved operational plans.'

The Houthis targeted several sites in Saudi Arabia, including Abha International Airport, King Khalid air base, and Aramco facilities in Abha and Jazan. The attacks came after the Houthis accused Riyadh on Monday of conducting airstrikes in Yemen, which included a deadly bombardment of a prison in Al-Hazm.

The conflict between Yemen's internationally recognized government and the Houthis reignited in July after several years of relative calm. The Houthis control most of Yemen's major population centers, including the capital, Sanaa.