US and allies pull diplomats from Saudi Arabia after Houthi attacks

The United States has ordered the withdrawal of some diplomatic personnel from Saudi Arabia following Houthi militia attacks, including a strike that killed one person and injured eight at King Fahd International Airport. The move comes amid threats from Trump and Netanyahu to resume war against Iran after the midterm elections. The State Department cited attacks on civilian airports and critical infrastructure as the reason, prioritizing staff safety. The order affects the embassy in Riyadh and consulates nationwide. Families of US embassy staff are also being evacuated from the UAE, Jordan, Qatar, and Bahrain. Saudi Arabia has faced a series of deadly Houthi attacks for weeks, including a recent strike on Riyadh's airport. The US had previously ordered non-essential personnel to leave the Gulf before the war with Iran began in late February, and reports indicate the military is quietly reducing its regional presence.