Riyadh

Latest MEF Articles

Showing the 12 most recent of 602 MEF articles naming Riyadh, the earliest dated September 1, 2004.

Daily Readout Items

Each item restates what a named outlet reported; it is not an MEF finding.

• October 13, 2026 Iran International reported that Reuters said no public alert was issued before the deadly attacks on Riyadh airport, raising questions about Saudi public warning systems. Readout item
• October 13, 2026 Yeni Akit reported that following an attack warning, three blasts were audible in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. Readout item
• October 13, 2026 Entekhab reported that, according to diplomatic sources, Netanyahu, with US mediation, sought Saudi approval for Israeli military action against the Houthis and that bin Salman vetoed the plan. Readout item
• October 13, 2026 Asharq Al-Awsat reported the Saudi-led coalition intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile the Houthis launched toward Riyadh. Readout item
• October 12, 2026 Al-Ahram reported that the attack on King Khalid Airport drew international condemnation, calling it a "war crime" and promising a firm response. Readout item
• October 12, 2026 Iran International reported that incidents at Riyadh International Airport caused dozens of casualties, led to airport closure, a US flight warning and BP canceling attendance. Readout item
• October 12, 2026 Israel Hayom reported that 12 people were killed and hundreds wounded in the Houthi attack on Riyadh airport, citing published footage and continuing launches. Readout item
• October 12, 2026 Anadolu quoted the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen as saying they attacked airports in Riyadh and Dammam and two eastern energy facilities. Readout item
• October 12, 2026 Anadolu reported that Turkey, Egypt, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia "in the strongest terms" condemned the Iran-backed Houthis' attacks on Riyadh. Readout item
• October 11, 2026 Hurriyet reported the US, UK and Canada issued travel warnings after attacks on Riyadh's King Khalid Airport and President Trump said the US "may participate" in attacks against the Houthis. Readout item
• October 11, 2026 Al-Quds (Jerusalem) reported that 12 people were killed and 309 wounded when rockets struck King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, citing official figures. Readout item
• October 9, 2026 Al-Ahram reported that Egypt affirmed full solidarity with Riyadh and joined Arab and Islamic condemnation of attacks on Saudi Arabia. Readout item
• October 8, 2026 Hurriyet reported Saudi aviation authority GACA said attacks on Abha and Riyadh airports killed 3 and injured 36 people. Readout item
• October 8, 2026 Al-Ahram reported that government forces gained ground near Taiz, that the Houthis attacked Aden airport, and that the coalition intercepted a missile bound for Riyadh and Khamis Mushait. Readout item
• October 7, 2026 Al-Bayan reported the Saudi Ministry of Defense announced destruction of a Houthi ballistic missile launched north of Riyadh. Readout item
• October 7, 2026 Yeni Akit reported that the Riyadh meeting put the Mecca Defense Alliance into operation and agreed that partner forces and equipment would be deployed to Saudi Arabia promptly. Readout item
• October 6, 2026 Haberturk reported that Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and Defense Minister Yaşar Güler participated in a Riyadh meeting of the Makkah Agreement Strategic Political and Defense Committee. Readout item
• October 6, 2026 Anadolu reported that the Iran-aligned Houthis claimed they hit King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and said air traffic was disrupted. Readout item
• October 5, 2026 Al-Akhbar reported that Sanaa forces captured the town of Turbah, tightened a siege on Taiz and warned of a Saudi assault involving ‘‘Makkah’’-allied units. Readout item
• October 4, 2026 Hurriyet quoted Iran-backed Houthis as saying they targeted Saudi national oil company Aramco facilities in Riyadh with ballistic missiles and drones. Readout item
• October 4, 2026 Al-Quds reported the Houthis announced they targeted an Aramco facility in Riyadh with ballistic missiles and drones, and said a refinery fire broke out. Readout item
• October 2, 2026 Al-Akhbar reported that Ankara has hosted talks that continue to bring the Authority of Sharia and Hezbollah together and were described as "more smooth". Readout item
• September 26, 2026 Asharq Al-Awsat reported that coalition air defenses destroyed two drones headed toward Riyadh and two ballistic missiles aimed at Khamis Mushait. Readout item
• September 25, 2026 Halk TV reported that Saudi Arabia summoned Turkish and Pakistani military chiefs for an urgent meeting to discuss backing Riyadh under the joint defense agreement. Readout item
• September 24, 2026 TASS reported that French President Emmanuel Macron said France will supply military equipment to Saudi Arabia to guard energy infrastructure and will not enter any conflict. Readout item

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Policy Notes

• October 4, 2026 Houthi Attacks on Red Sea Shipping: From Campaign to Coastline MEF-PN-2026-04