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Missile strikes terminal at Riyadh airport as US evaluates military response
The Hindu3h
THE BRIEF
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A missile struck a complex housing terminals 3 and 4 at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh on Saturday, causing numerous injuries and suspending airport operations.
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The attack follows a major military offensive by a Saudi-led coalition against Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen, who claimed responsibility for the assault.
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US President Donald Trump stated he was evaluating whether the United States should join Saudi strikes against the Houthi rebels in response to the escalation.