# Saudi Aramco energy security and Houthi attacks > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/saudi-aramco-energy-security-and-supply-strategies > Updated: 2026-10-24T17:44:21.000Z. Sources: 70. Developments: 3. Saudi Aramco is implementing measures to bolster energy security and protect crude oil flows amid regional instability. The company has focused on enhancing infrastructure resilience by investing in emergency response capabilities, specialized repair teams, and drone-assisted inspections. These efforts aim to address infrastructure incidents significantly faster than the industry average, supported by a supply chain where approximately 90% of repair materials are sourced domestically or locally. To stabilize global markets, Aramco has offered additional crude oil cargoes for immediate delivery to European refineries and is working to double its oil storage capacity outside of Saudi Arabia, specifically in Asia and Europe. Expanding on these security measures, CEO Amin Nasser has announced plans to increase the capacity of the Petroline pipeline from approximately 7 million to 10 million barrels of oil per day. The 1,200 km pipeline, which runs from the Abqaiq processing center to the port of Yanbu on the Red Sea, serves as an alternative export route to mitigate risks associated with congestion in the Strait of Hormuz. Recent escalations have tested these defenses. Yemeni Houthi forces have launched ballistic missile and drone attacks targeting critical infrastructure, including King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and oil pumping stations along the East-West pipeline, as well as facilities in Yanbu and Rabigh. Houthi spokesperson Yahya Saree has claimed successful strikes against the Riyadh airport, military positions in the Aden and Lahij governorates, and pumping stations. In response, the Saudi-led coalition has intensified military operations. Coalition spokesperson Turki al-Malki stated that forces conducted a targeted operation to neutralize Houthi threats, destroying five ballistic missile storage tunnels, four launch platforms, and a missile depot in Yemen. ## Claims - Saudi aircraft launched 56 attacks in various Yemeni regions within a 24-hour period. (disputed by 3 sources) - The Houthi group claimed Saudi Arabia conducted 100 airstrikes in Yemen within 24 hours. (disputed by 2 sources) - The Saudi-led coalition intercepted ballistic missiles launched by Houthi forces toward Riyadh. (corroborated by 11 sources) - The coalition destroyed two ballistic missile launchers in Sanaa. (corroborated by 10 sources) - Houthi forces targeted the East-West oil pipeline pumping stations using drones and missiles. (corroborated by 9 sources) - Attacks targeted King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. (corroborated by 7 sources) - Houthi forces claimed their attacks caused dozens of casualties and destroyed military vehicles. (corroborated by 6 sources) - Houthi forces conducted seven missile and drone attacks on October 25. (corroborated by 5 sources) - Houthi forces targeted Saudi Aramco facilities in Yanbu and the Rabigh refinery. (corroborated by 4 sources) - The coalition destroyed five tunnels and one missile depot used by Houthi forces. (corroborated by 4 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-24: Saudi-led coalition strikes Houthi missile sites amid Riyadh airport attacks The Saudi-led coalition struck Houthi missile facilities in Yemen following Houthi claims of missile and drone attacks on Riyadh's airport and Saudi oil infrastructure. 66 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aramco-aims-to-increase-petroline-capacity-to-10-million-barrels-per-day ### 2026-10-22: Aramco aims to double oil storage capacity outside Saudi Arabia Saudi Aramco plans to double its international oil storage capacity, focusing on Asian markets to secure supply chains against regional disruptions and rising shipping costs. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aramco-aims-to-double-oil-storage-capacity-outside-saudi-arabia ### 2026-10-15: Saudi Aramco enhances energy security through infrastructure resilience and European supply Saudi Aramco is boosting energy security by improving infrastructure repair speeds through technology and offering additional crude oil cargoes to European refineries to stabilize global markets. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/saudi-aramco-enhances-energy-security-through-infrastructure-resilience-and-european-supply --- Cite as: Saudi Aramco energy security and Houthi attacks. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/saudi-aramco-energy-security-and-supply-strategies