Houthi Rebels Surround Taiz; Riyadh Airport Bombing Cancels Olympics Qualifier

• Houthi rebels, backed by Iran, have surrounded Taiz, one of Yemen’s largest cities, escalating conflict with Saudi-backed forces.
• A BMX cycling qualifying event for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics in Saudi Arabia was cancelled following a bombing from Yemen.
• The Riyadh airport bombing resulted in the cancellation of the BMX cycling qualifier, an event meant to prepare athletes for the 2028 Olympics.
• The conflict in Yemen has intensified with the Houthis' new target, Taiz, leading to increased tensions with Saudi Arabia and its allies.
• The BMX cycling qualifier cancellation is a direct consequence of the missile attacks from Yemen, impacting international sports events.