Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels said on 4 October 2026 that they attacked a Saudi Aramco oil processing facility near Riyadh using ballistic missiles and drones. The group also claimed it targeted Aramco facilities in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia's capital.
Houthis cite Saudi strikes on Yemen
The Houthis said the attack was in response to Saudi strikes on Yemen's capital, Sanaa, and other areas. The claims concern facilities belonging to Aramco, Saudi Arabia's largest oil company.
Concerns over oil prices
The reported attack has raised concerns about a possible increase in oil prices. The information provided does not confirm the extent of any damage or the impact on Aramco's operations.
