Houthi Attack on Saudi Airport Kills 3, Draws Pakistan and Turkey Into Conflict

Yemen's Houthi group attacked King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, killing at least 3 people and injuring 36, prompting multiple airlines to suspend flights and disrupting international aviation. The attack triggered the collective defense clause of the "Mecca Mutual Defense Agreement" signed by Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey in August. Pakistan confirmed to CNN that its ground forces are already deployed in Saudi Arabia, while Turkey stated it would provide defensive support without offensive operations. The Houthis claimed continued support for Palestinians amid regional conflict. The UN condemned the cross-border attacks, noting over 200,000 people have been displaced in Yemen since September, with cholera cases tripling and humanitarian access restricted.