# Riyadh on alert after explosions

> Diplomats shelter in place after Houthi explosions in Riyadh.
- Title: Riyadh on alert after explosions · Malay Mail | Shortify
- Summary: Diplomats shelter in place after Houthi explosions in Riyadh. Diplomats in Riyadh were told to shelter in place following explosions claimed by Yemen's…
- Keywords: riyadh, houthi, saudi arabia, explosions, diplomats, shelter in place, yemen, iraq, international airport, saudi-led coalition, humanitarian crisis, news
- Source: Malay Mail — https://malaymail.com/news/world/2026/10/08/riyadh-on-alert-after-explosions-with-diplomats-told-to-shelter-in-place/238297
- Published: 2026-10-08T19:56:31+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: riyadh, houthi, saudi arabia, explosions, diplomats, shelter in place, yemen, iraq, international airport, saudi-led coalition, humanitarian crisis, news
## Riyadh on alert
Diplomats in Riyadh sheltered in place after explosions echoed across the city.
## Houthi attacks claimed
Houthis claimed attacks on Riyadh's international airport and other locations.
## Houthi offensive
Houthis launched attacks on Saudi Arabia since beginning major offensive in Yemen.
## Saudi response
Saudi civil aviation authority reported casualties and vowed response to attacks.
## Humanitarian crisis
Over 200,000 people displaced in Yemen since July.
## Casualties reported
Two people killed at Abha airport, one at Riyadh airport.
## Houthis hold territory
Houthis claim control over strategic areas near Bab al-Mandab strait.
## Saudi-led coalition
Saudi-led coalition vowed to punish Houthis for attacks.
## Humanitarian impact
Over 200,000 displaced in Yemen due to conflict.
## Key takeaway

Diplomats in Riyadh were told to shelter in place following explosions claimed by Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels.