Saudi oil giant Aramco has ordered its remaining headquarters staff to evacuate amid escalating Houthi attacks across Saudi Arabia. The decision has raised fresh concerns about security in the world’s leading oil-exporting country.
Two sources familiar with the situation told AFP that Aramco instructed employees at its Dhahran headquarters to work remotely until further notice.
Why Did Saudi Aramco Evacuate Its Headquarters?
The evacuation follows an attack on Aramco’s headquarters last week.
Non-essential employees had already started working remotely after the strike. However, the company has now directed the remaining staff to leave the complex.
Sources said management provided no specific reason for the latest evacuation order.
Residential areas within the Dhahran complex remain open, with no evacuation reported.
Houthi Attacks Target Saudi Airports and Oil Facilities
The decision came hours after an attack on Dammam airport killed two people and injured eight others.
According to official figures compiled by AFP, attacks on Saudi airports have killed 22 people this month.
Meanwhile, Saudi authorities reported intercepting four drones near Riyadh and Madinah on Thursday.
The ongoing attacks have disrupted aviation services and forced officials to postpone a major investment conference.
Saudi Arabia Faces Growing Security Threats
The latest escalation follows the collapse of a ceasefire in Yemen in July.
Houthi forces have launched attacks against Saudi territory, shipping routes, and energy facilities.
Saudi forces have responded with strikes on Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen.
However, AFP could not independently verify the damage reported at Aramco’s headquarters.
The continuing violence raises concerns about regional stability and the security of Saudi Arabia’s energy infrastructure.
