Silent Alarm: Saudi Arabia's Warning System Under Fire After Deadly Airport Attacks

10/13/2026

Security failure? Saudi Arabia's warning system stayed silent before airport attacks

10/13/2026

The silence comes as the kingdom seeks to maintain an image of stability while facing growing security threats from Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi rebels.

10/13/2026

Saudi Arabia stopped issuing public warnings of imminent military attacks days before a series of deadly strikes on Riyadh airport that killed at least 18 people and wounded more than 300.

10/13/2026

Western, Arab officials and political analysts stated that the recent response disputes the kingdom’s capacity to safeguard its citizens and tourists.