Houthi Attacks Hit Saudi Energy Sites, 73 Wounded in Coordinated Strikes

Coordinated Strikes Target Southern Energy Facilities and Infrastructure

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — Houthi forces launched a series of coordinated strikes against energy facilities and regional targets across southern Saudi Arabia, injuring at least 73 people and triggering multiple industrial fires, according to Saudi defense officials and emergency services.

The attacks hit key infrastructure locations in Abha, Najran, Jizan, and Khamis Mushait. Saudi Aramco installations and regional energy distribution nodes were among the sites affected, prompting temporary operational shutdowns as emergency crews contained the blazes.

Regional Tensions Escalate as Energy Markets Respond

Saudi authorities condemned the assault as a severe escalation, pledging decisive measures to protect civilian population centers and energy assets. A spokesman for the Houthi movement claimed responsibility, stating the strikes were executed in retaliation for recent military actions in Yemen.

The developments triggered immediate volatility across global energy markets, with Brent crude futures surging past $97 a barrel as traders factored in potential supply disruptions across the Persian Gulf region.