Houthis strike Saudi Aramco refinery in Jazan; thick smoke still rising

Thick plumes of smoke continue to rise from the Saudi Aramco Jazan refinery following a Houthi strike, according to unverified reports. No details on casualties or the extent of damage have been reported.

The Houthi movement in Yemen has reportedly struck the Saudi Aramco refinery in Jazan, with thick plumes of smoke still rising from the facility, according to unverified reports. The extent of damage and any casualties have not been reported. The Houthis, an Iranian-backed group that controls much of northern Yemen, have previously threatened to target Saudi oil infrastructure. The Jazan refinery, located in southwestern Saudi Arabia near the Yemeni border, is a key facility for the kingdom's oil production.

5 developments

1. 2 hours ago · 08:52 · 25 JulLatest

   Ballistic missile and drone strike hit Aramco refinery in Jazan.

2. 08:23 · 25 Jul

   Houthi attacks expanded to include targets in Yanbu province.

3. 08:15 · 25 Jul

   Houthi strike hit Saudi Aramco refinery in Jazan; smoke rising.

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