The attacks exposing Saudi Arabia's biggest weakness
Several recent strikes have hit the international airport in the Saudi capital Riyadh. The Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen have claimed responsibility, saying they are targeting
Several recent strikes have hit the international airport in the Saudi capital Riyadh. The Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen have claimed responsibility, saying they are targeting Saudi Arabia over its support for government forces in Yemen's civil war. Saudi Arabia's energy minister has vowed a "serious" response.
But how are the missiles managing to hit the major airport without interception and can something similar happen in Europe? For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news In this video… 0:39 - CCTV of the Houthi attacks on the airport 1:39 - How did the missiles breach Saudi defences?
2:20 - Reports some air defences were moved ahead of attacks 3:08 - The dangerous weapons the Houthis possess 4:22 - How much does Saudi Arabia spend on defence? 5:22 - Why Saudi Arabia's
sheer size makes defending it difficult 6:29 - What makes the Houthis so difficult to defeat 7:59 - How a similar attack could happen to European nations 9:04 - Why airports are vulnerable targets
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