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Houthi Missile Attack Hits Saudi Aramco Headquarters, Global Tensions Rise
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News18•14-10-2026, 07:05
Houthi Missile Attack Hits Saudi Aramco Headquarters, Global Tensions Rise
- •Yemen-backed Houthi rebels launched a missile attack on an administrative building of Saudi Aramco in Dhahran, sparking global tension.
- •The attack caused a fire and damaged the top three floors of the world's largest oil company building, though no casualties were reported.
- •Houthi spokesman had earlier issued warnings targeting Saudi Arabia's oil sector, including Aramco facilities and the Riyadh refinery.
- •The ongoing escalation raises concerns over international crude oil prices, which could potentially drive up petrol and diesel prices in importing countries like India.
- •Iran has expressed readiness to mediate between Saudi Arabia and the Houthi rebels amidst the intensifying conflict.
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An administrative building of Saudi Aramco in Dhahran was struck by a missile on Tuesday night, causing a fire and damaging the top three floors, though no casualties were reported.
The escalating conflict could drive up international crude oil prices, increasing import costs for countries like India and potentially leading to higher retail prices for petrol and diesel.
Amid the ongoing conflict, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi proposed a mediation role between Saudi Arabia and the Houthi rebels.
