Riyadh Skyscraper Damaged By Shrapnel From Intercepted Missiles

A Saudi Aramco administrative building in Riyadh was damaged on Sunday after falling shrapnel from intercepted missiles struck the structure, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Energy said. Footage showed shattered windows and signs of fire damage across the building’s facade. Authorities reported no injuries or fatalities, saying Saudi air defences had intercepted missiles launched towards the capital. Yemen’s Houthi group claimed responsibility for a barrage of missile and drone operations targeting Saudi Arabia, including oil facilities, military installations and Riyadh’s international airport. The incident comes amid escalating tensions between Riyadh and the Houthis, following a series of attacks and retaliatory strikes linked to growing regional hostilities.

A Saudi Aramco administrative building in Riyadh was damaged on Sunday after falling shrapnel from intercepted missiles struck the structure, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Energy said. Footage showed shattered windows and signs of fire damage across the building’s facade. Authorities reported no injuries or fatalities, saying Saudi air defences had intercepted missiles launched towards the capital. Yemen’s Houthi group claimed responsibility for a barrage of missile and drone operations targeting Saudi Arabia, including oil facilities, military installations and Riyadh’s international airport. The incident comes amid escalating tensions between Riyadh and the Houthis, following a series of attacks and retaliatory strikes linked to growing regional hostilities.