Sanaa issues warning regarding Saudi Arabian airports

Authorities in Sanaa have issued a warning to airlines, airport personnel, and travelers regarding the use of Saudi Arabian airspace and airports. The warning states that Saudi airports, with the exception of those in Mecca and Medina, are subject to potential targeting and may serve as operational theaters.

Sanaa officials hold Saudi Arabia responsible for any risks to civilians, asserting that the targeting of Yemeni infrastructure, including Sanaa International Airport, necessitates a policy of reciprocity. This follows reports of increased military activity, including Saudi airstrikes on several Yemeni cities and the reported suspension of operations at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh following an attack that resulted in casualties.

In response to the ongoing conflict, Sanaa's Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that strikes against airports and oil facilities are a direct consequence of the long-standing blockade and systematic destruction of Yemeni infrastructure. The authorities urge airlines to coordinate with humanitarian channels and reconsider flight operations to avoid placing civilians in high-risk military environments.