Houthi attacks on Riyadh airport 2026 stories

Oct 11, 2026

Iran offers to mediate between Saudi Arabia and Houthis after deadly airport attacks

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi offered to facilitate talks between Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Houthis following deadly strikes on Riyadh's airport, while warning the region's crises have no military solution.

Oct 11, 20266 sources

Top claims

▪The Saudi government confirmed the October 11, 2026 telephone call between Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi without mentioning any Iranian mediation offer
▪Yemen's Houthis claimed responsibility for strikes beginning October 10 targeting King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Dammam airport, and Saudi Aramco facilities
▪The Saudi-led military coalition in Yemen reported fending off drones and cruise missiles directed toward Saudi Arabia on October 12, 2026

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Ceasefires & negotiations1 Iran & regional influence1 Middle East1 Middle East regional alliances & rivalries1 Saudi Arabia’s regional role1 Yemen1

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