US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News: The US-Israel-Iran war’s regional impact widened on Monday, October 12, as fresh attacks involving Saudi Arabia and Yemen’s Houthi rebels intensified security concerns across the Middle East. Airstrikes on Yemen’s capital, Sanaa, reportedly killed one person and injured 12, according to Houthi-run media and health officials, while Saudi Arabia continued to face attacks on its aviation infrastructure.
In a separate development, two Indian seafarers remained missing after the commercial tanker MT PETRO DOLPHIN was reportedly struck by a drone near Oman. India also condemned an attack on the tanker MT VALTHERA, which caught fire after being hit by an unidentified projectile. All 11 Indian crew members aboard MT VALTHERA were reported safe.
Meanwhile, Iran said it was reviewing a US response to its proposal concerning the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for global oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipments. The developments have raised concerns about maritime security, international aviation, energy supplies and the prospects for diplomatic efforts to end the conflict.
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US-Israel-Iran War Latest News: Saudi Forces Respond After Sanaa Airstrikes
Saudi forces responded to attacks amid escalating tensions involving Yemen’s Houthi rebels after reported airstrikes struck Sanaa, killing one person and injuring 12, according to Houthi-run media and health officials. The reported strikes hit a salt factory and a house in the Yemeni capital. Houthi media blamed Saudi Arabia for the attacks, but Saudi authorities had not immediately commented on the allegations.
The latest developments came as the Houthis continued missile and drone attacks directed towards Saudi territory, including airports and other infrastructure. The exchanges have intensified concerns that the regional conflict could spread further beyond the principal US-Israel-Iran confrontation.
According to an Associated Press report published on October 12, the latest violence forms part of a broader escalation involving attacks on Saudi infrastructure and retaliatory strikes in Yemen. The circumstances surrounding individual incidents remain subject to further official confirmation.
Riyadh Airport Attack Today: Fresh Strike Follows Deadly Weekend Assault
Saudi Arabia’s King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh faced another attack on Sunday, October 11, a day after a deadly strike on the airport complex. Saudi authorities said the latest incident killed one person, identified as a Pakistani national, and injured 11 others. The previous day’s attack had killed 13 people and wounded more than 300, according to Reuters reporting published on October 12.
The Houthis claimed responsibility for the earlier attack and other strikes against Saudi targets. Saudi authorities also reported an attack on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, although detailed information about that incident remained limited. The repeated attacks have heightened concerns over civilian safety and the security of Saudi Arabia’s aviation network. The latest escalation has also raised questions about whether the conflict could prompt greater US military involvement against the Houthis.
Riyadh Airport Flight Cancellations: Operations Remain Suspended
Flight disruptions continued at King Khalid International Airport after Saudi authorities extended the suspension of operations to complete safety procedures and assess the readiness of airport facilities. According to aviation analytics firm Cirium, 99.7% of scheduled flights at Riyadh airport were cancelled on Sunday. Separately, earlier estimates indicated that around 60% of scheduled flights could be cancelled on Monday, October 12.
Reuters reported that several international airlines had extended suspensions of services to the Saudi capital. Lufthansa had cancelled flights to Riyadh through October 16, while Air France-KLM had extended its suspension until the end of the month, according to the report.
The disruptions have affected passengers, airline operations and business travel. Travellers should confirm their flight status directly with airlines and airport authorities before travelling, as schedules and restrictions may change.
Two Indian Seafarers Missing After MT PETRO DOLPHIN Tanker Attack Near Oman
Two Indian crew members remained missing after the Nicaragua-flagged product tanker MT PETRO DOLPHIN was reportedly hit by a drone near Oman on Sunday, October 11. The vessel was carrying 12 crew members, including 11 Indian nationals and one Bangladeshi national. According to the supplied information, 10 crew members had been rescued and were safe, while search-and-rescue operations continued for the two missing Indian seafarers.
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