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US Embassy reiterates warnings to citizens over Houthi ‘hostilities’ against Saudi Arabia
The US Embassy in Saudi Arabia has renewed its warning to American citizens about Houthi attacks on the kingdom, citing risks to civilian airports and other critical infrastructure. It says the attacks have caused civilian casualties and major travel disruption, and could escalate beyond the immediate area.
The US State Department ordered non-emergency government staff and their family members to leave Saudi Arabia from 23 October 2026. US government employees who remain need special authorisation to use any Saudi airport after recent missile and drone attacks. The embassy advises citizens to use extreme caution at airports and check flight information with airlines and airports.
In short
- US embassy warns of Houthi attacks and travel disruption in Saudi Arabia.
- Non-emergency US government staff and families were ordered to leave.
- Travellers are urged to use extreme caution and check flight status.
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