Riyadh schools switched to distance learning after Houthi attacks

Riyadh schools have sent letters to parents warning them about distance learning. Schools will be closed for a week. This was reported by AFP with reference to the text of the messages.

“We have just been informed by the Saudi authorities that schools should remain closed all week,” the statement said. The official reason has not been given. Schools will also be closed to teachers and other staff, Al Quds reports.

In July, Yemen’s Ansar Allah (Houthi) movement intensified attacks on Saudi Arabia. The fighting resumed for the first time since 2022, when a truce was concluded between the parties. The Houthis declared a naval blockade of the kingdom. In response, Saudi Arabia resumed military support to the Yemeni authorities and strikes on Houthi positions. On the eve of the Saudi-led coalition reported the interception of missiles and drones fired towards the country. The kingdom blamed the Houthis for the attack.