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Air raid alerts sound in Riyadh after explosions hit oil facility

Flames rose near the capital's international airport on Saturday following government air raid warnings sent overnight to citizens by phone. Residents heard multiple explosions as firefighters tackled a burning fuel tank bearing the logo of Aramco, the state oil company. The United Nations security council condemned ongoing Houthi attacks in the region on Friday after recent rebel advances in Yemen.

By BriefTea Editorial · 19 September 2026 at 17:52

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