Iran-backed Houthis inflicted damage on the buildings of Aramco in a nighttime attack on the headquarters in the city of Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. This attack, reported on Wednesday, has harmed the offices of the CEO and other senior officials of the company.
Details of the Attack and Damage
This attack is recognized as the latest example of the Houthis' ability to target sensitive and strategic locations. Local officials reported that there were no casualties in this attack, but the building has sustained serious damage, with the top three floors affected. Officials have requested to remain anonymous due to a lack of authorization to speak with the media.
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The Houthis had previously announced their intention to attack Dhahran with a ballistic missile. Meanwhile, the Houthi state television, Al-Masirah, reported attacks on the Yemeni capital, Sana'a, and accused Saudi Arabia of being responsible for these attacks. The Saudi coalition has yet to respond to these attacks.
Limited Fire in Aramco Building
The Saudi Ministry of Energy reported on Tuesday a "limited fire" in the Aramco building. The company has not responded to media requests for immediate comments. Additionally, Saudi civil defense officials in Riyadh announced that one person was injured as a result of an attack in which a missile was intercepted. Published images show serious damage to a building and a vehicle that had a large missile lodged in it.
The Saudi coalition announced that two Houthi drones, four cruise missiles, and one ballistic missile targeting Riyadh and Dhahran had been intercepted. Furthermore, a cruise missile was aimed at Al-Kharj, one of the key military and industrial cities. Warnings about missile attacks in Riyadh have also been issued, although no further details are available.
The Houthis declared these attacks as retaliation for what they called the "treacherous aggression of Saudi Arabia" against Sana'a and other regions. They continue to target airports, military facilities, and Saudi oil infrastructure. King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh has been targeted several times over the past week, resulting in at least 18 deaths and over 300 injuries.
Impact on Operations and Fuel Supply
Meanwhile, the International Committee of the Red Cross has reported an unprecedented increase in war casualties along the front lines in Yemen, especially in the city of Marib and other areas. Residents of the city of Taiz are also facing concerns over shortages of fuel and food. A resident of Taiz, who requested anonymity due to fear of the Houthis, stated that long queues are now forming outside stores, and public transportation has significantly decreased due to fuel shortages.
A senior Houthi official recently stated that regional and international powers are approaching this group to stop attacks on Saudi Arabia in order to achieve a ceasefire agreement. This official mentioned Oman as a mediator and stated that they are ready to reach a comprehensive end to the war and blockade from both sides.
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