Saudi Arabia has vowed a decisive response against Yemen’s Houthi rebels following a strike on Riyadh’s international airport that killed at least 12 people and injured more than 300 others.

The attack on Saturday escalated the widening Middle East conflict, bringing the hostilities directly to the Saudi capital.

The Iranian-backed Houthis later claimed responsibility for the strike and warned airlines against flying to Saudi airports, describing them as potential targets.

Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump said he was considering joining military strikes against the rebels, raising fears of further escalation across the region.

Saudi Arabia’s vow of retaliation signals a potentially dangerous new phase in the conflict as regional tensions continue to intensify.