Saudi energy ministry said on Sept. 8 that multiple energy and utility sites were attacked by Yemen’s Houthi rebels, triggering fires and temporarily disrupting operations at some facilities. The Saudi-led coalition said earlier the Houthis struck civilian and economic infrastructure in Abha, Khamis Mushait, Najran and Jizan, injuring 73 people, and vowed a firm response.

2026-09-08

Saudi energy ministry said on Sept. 8 that multiple energy and utility sites were attacked by Yemen’s Houthi rebels, triggering fires and temporarily disrupting operations at some facilities. The Saudi-led coalition said earlier the Houthis struck civilian and economic infrastructure in Abha, Khamis Mushait, Najran and Jizan, injuring 73 people, and vowed a firm response.