# Yemen conflict: What are the Houthis’ aims?

https://mins.news/en/video/91426

- France 24 English, 2026-10-08 12:52 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2wqcEE6GPHg

> Saudi authorities said attacks on two international airports, including one in Riyadh, killed three people on Wednesday. Yemen’s Houthis claimed responsibility for targeting both hubs. The group has also claimed a recent wave of attacks on Saudi civilian infrastructure as Riyadh-backed forces counter its territorial gains.

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