Saudi Aramco building in Riyadh damaged by falling debris after attempted attack, ministry says
The energy ministry said the strike caused minor damage and no injuries, while the Houthis claimed six operations involving missiles and drones.
- The Saudi Ministry of Energy confirmed Sunday that an administrative building belonging to state oil giant Saudi Aramco in Riyadh sustained structural damage from falling debris following an attempted aerial attack.
- Witnesses in the capital's King Abdullah Financial District reported blown-out windows across multiple floors of the targeted tower, though ministry officials emphasized that the resulting damage was limited and no injuries or fatalities were recorded.
- The incident occurred shortly after the Saudi-led coalition announced that air defense systems successfully intercepted and destroyed multiple ballistic and cruise missiles fired toward the capital.
- Civil defense authorities issued early-warning alerts across Riyadh as loud explosions echoed through the city, prompting emergency responders to secure the affected financial district zone.
- The attempted strike highlights an ongoing regional escalation involving cross-border missile and drone activity targeting critical energy and infrastructure hubs.
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Houthis Escalate Attack on Saudi Arabia: Missiles target oil facilities & military sites; Riyadh issues security alert
RIYADH: Amid escalating Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, the militia has launched fresh strikes and claimed responsibility for six missile and drone operations targeting the gulf country. This includes strikes on Aramco oil facilities, King Khalid International Airport and other military installations. The reports also indicate damage to an Aramco tower in Riyadh’s King Abdullah Financial District, while Saudi air defences intercepted missiles ta…
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