Concerned about the escalation of tensions in the region: the American embassy ordered the evacuation of workers and their families from Saudi Arabia due to the Houthi attacks. Effective October 23, 2026, the US State Department has ordered non-essential US government employees and the families of US government employees to leave Saudi Arabia due to security risks. "The Houthis, supported by Iran, have conducted hostile actions against Saudi Arabia, including attacks on civilian airports and other critical infrastructure, resulting in the deaths of civilians and serious disruptions to traffic and travel. "These hostile actions could quickly escalate and expand beyond the current conflict zone."

Concerned about the escalation of tensions in the region: the American embassy ordered the evacuation of workers and their families from Saudi Arabia due to the Houthi attacks. Effective October 23, 2026, the US State Department has ordered non-essential US government employees and the families of US government employees to leave Saudi Arabia due to security risks. "The Houthis, supported by Iran, have conducted hostile actions against Saudi Arabia, including attacks on civilian airports and other critical infrastructure, resulting in the deaths of civilians and serious disruptions to traffic and travel. "These hostile actions could quickly escalate and expand beyond the current conflict zone."