What happened
Schools in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia's capital, have switched to remote learning due to concerns over Houthi drone and missile attacks. At least three schools informed parents of the change, citing instructions from Saudi authorities to remain closed for the week. The Saudi Ministry of Education has not commented on the situation.
The move comes amid heightened tensions in the Gulf and near-daily attacks by Iran-backed Houthi authorities in Yemen. The Saudi-led coalition recently intercepted two Houthi drones and two ballistic missiles launched at Saudi cities.
Parents have expressed frustration over the last-minute school closings and lack of clear communication from the government. The Gulf Cooperation Council has condemned the ongoing Houthi attacks, calling them a threat to regional security and stability.
