Attack Threat In Saudi Arabia's Capital Riyadh, Civil Defense Issues Alert

Riyadh: Amidst the ongoing tension in West Asia, concerns about security have increased in Saudi Arabia's capital Riyadh. Saudi Civil Defence has issued an alert regarding possible danger after the attack by Yemen's Houthi rebels. The attack on Sunday, November 8, damaged the Aramco Tower in Riyadh's financial district. Windows on several floors of the building were broken. However, there is no news of any casualty in this incident.

Saudi Arabia's security agencies have become alert after the attack. At the same time, on Monday, normal activities were seen on the roads of the capital and traffic also continued. Despite this, in view of the possible danger, special attention is being paid to security arrangements.

How did the Houthis attack in Riyadh?

According to the report, Yemen's Houthi rebels targeted Saudi Arabia's capital Riyadh on Sunday. During this, an attempt was made to stop the missile or drone in the air. After this its debris fell on the Aramco Tower located in the financial district of Riyadh.

Windows on several floors of the building were broken due to falling debris. After the incident, concerns regarding security increased in the area. However, according to Saudi officials, no one died in the attack.

Did Aramco Tower suffer major damage in the attack?

Saudi Arabia's Energy Ministry said damage in the attack was limited. Windows on several floors of the building were damaged, but no major loss of life or property has been confirmed.

At the same time, the Saudi-led military coalition claimed that it had intercepted Houthi rebels' missiles over Riyadh. During this action, Aramco tower was affected by falling missile debris.

Why did Saudi Civil Defense issue the alert?

After the attack, Saudi Civil Defense has issued an alert regarding possible danger. Security agencies are on alert to deal with any new incident. However, life appeared normal in Riyadh on Monday and vehicular movement continued on the roads.

Why did Houthi rebels take responsibility for the attack?

Yemen's Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for Sunday's attack. For some time now, this organisation has been carrying out missile and drone attacks targeting Saudi Arabia's airports, ports and oil-related facilities.

Fighting broke out again in July between Saudi Arabia and Iran-backed Houthi rebels. This has further increased the already ongoing tension in West Asia. In such a situation, the attack on Riyadh is being considered important for the security of the region.