The fuel tanks of the Aramco refinery in Riyadh were hit by ballistic missiles. New satellite images show that this energy facility has caught fire following the attacks by the Yemeni armed forces. This attack was carried out as a response to recent airstrikes by Saudi Arabia on Sana'a.
Details of the Attack on the Aramco Refinery
Yemeni sources reported that this attack came after a series of airstrikes by Saudi Arabia on various regions of Yemen. According to these sources, Saudi Arabia has conducted more than 10 airstrikes on the Yemeni capital in the past two hours. Major General Yahya Saree, spokesman for the Yemeni armed forces, announced that in the past 24 hours, Saudi Arabia has carried out 47 air and missile strikes on three Yemeni provinces, resulting in material damage to civilian locations and creating fear and panic among residents.
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Consequences of Saudi Airstrikes
Saudi airstrikes on Yemen, which have continued for several years, have exacerbated the humanitarian situation in the country. Reports indicate that these attacks have led to civilian casualties and the destruction of vital infrastructure, severely worsening the humanitarian crisis in Yemen. In this context, the attack on the Aramco refinery in Riyadh reflects the aggressive response of Yemeni forces to these attacks and could lead to increased tensions in the region.
These attacks will also impact global oil prices. Given the strategic position of the Aramco refinery and its role in energy supply, this event could lead to new concerns in the global oil market. Analysts believe that any disruption in energy supply from Saudi Arabia could result in rising oil prices and market volatility.
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