Saudi-led coalition strikes oil facility in Sanaa after evacuation warning

Evacuation order issued ahead of strike

The coalition's joint forces command identified the Yemen Oil Company site on a map and urged people to leave for safety. A spokesperson told civilians to move away from the area before the planned military operation began.

Houthis confirm attack and warn of retaliation

Houthi-run media reported that Saudi Arabia struck the facility shortly after the evacuation warning was given. The group warned they would target Riyadh airport and other sites if the coalition continued its attacks.

Coalition confirms targeting of multiple sites

A coalition spokesman confirmed on Tuesday that forces targeted the Sanaa facility plus two sites in Saada and Dhamar provinces. The group stated these locations were used to supply the war effort for Houthi forces.