Houthis Fire Ballistic Missile at Riyadh; Loud Blasts Heard in Saudi Capital | Firstpost America

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Saudi Arabia’s air defences are facing a growing challenge as Houthi rebels claim attacks on Riyadh and key Saudi Aramco facilities. With explosions reported in the capital, schools shifting online and concerns mounting over dwindling missile interceptors, the kingdom faces a widening security crisis. A Wall Street Journal report also raises questions about the Houthis’ alleged efforts to develop an Iranian-style Kheibar Shekan missile using components linked to Chinese companies. Could this emerging threat put Saudi Arabia’s energy infrastructure at greater risk? Gursshheen Gahllen brings you the detail on Firstpost America. 00:00 - Explosions Heard Across Riyadh & Air Defense Alerts 00:51 - Houthis Claim Strikes on Saudi Aramco & Riyadh Airport 01:52 - Economic Impact on Saudi Arabia 02:04 - Houthis Replicating Iran's Kheibar Shekan Missiles 03:12 - Chinese Parts Intercepted in Yemen Shipments 03:46 - Depleted Interceptors & Saudi Arabia’s Defense Strategy 04:45 - Special Midterm El

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