Saudis strike Houthi-controlled Sanaa airport to prevent Iranian plane from landing
Saudi-backed Yemeni forces reportedly targeted the runway at Houthi-controlled Sanaa International Airport after an Iranian aircraft attempted to land in the capital. The Houthis accused Riyadh of aggression and vowed retaliation
Assessment
This incident marks a significant escalation in the regional proxy conflict, directly targeting an Iranian-linked operation in Yemen. By striking the airport runway, Saudi-backed forces are signaling a willingness to physically block Iranian logistical access to Houthi territory. The Houthi vow of retaliation raises the risk of a new cycle of strikes, potentially drawing in broader regional actors.