US orders non-emergency staff to leave Saudi Arabia amid Houthi attacks

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The US ordered non-emergency staff to leave Saudi Arabia amid Houthi attacks, Gulf News reported. The order came as Saudi Arabia intercepted another wave of missiles and drones from the Iran-aligned Houthis, who renewed threats against Riyadh airport and claimed attacks on airports and energy sites.

Why it matters：The drawdown signals Washington sees a heightened threat to its personnel from the renewed Yemen conflict.

Key points

  • The US ordered non-emergency staff to leave Saudi Arabia.
  • Saudi Arabia intercepted more Houthi missiles and drones.

Sources (original reporting)

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