Saudi says Houthi attacks sparked the Aramco fire; Reuters sources report extensive damage
The NST reported that Saudi Arabia said Houthi attacks sparked a fire at Aramco and wounded four people in Riyadh. Reuters, citing sources, said Aramco’s headquarters suffered extensive damage, and Bloomberg and FMT also reported the headquarters or an administrative building hit, with FMT saying a limited fire was reported. Reuters added that the Houthis vowed more attacks on Saudi airports and oil facilities. AP quoted Riyadh residents who said they heard new explosions. FinancialJuice, a market-data feed, put the Brent crude settle at US$106.06. Separately, Reuters, the Guardian and Bloomberg reported a container ship sinking near the Strait of Hormuz after being hit by a projectile. DailyDrop does not repeat casualty figures that differ between reports.
Aramco is the world’s largest oil exporter, and attacks on its headquarters, Riyadh’s airport and shipping near Hormuz keep Brent above US$100 and travel to Saudi Arabia in doubt.
Fuel and imported goods can cost more if crude stays high, though Malaysia’s pump prices also depend on subsidy decisions. If you plan umrah or work travel to Saudi Arabia, confirm with your airline and follow Wisma Putra’s advice.
Saudi Arabia says the coalition destroyed missiles and drones aimed at Riyadh and the south, and blames the Aramco fire on Houthi attacks (NST).
Reuters’ sources describe extensive damage at the headquarters, and the Houthis vow more strikes on airports and oil sites (Reuters).
Four outlets (Reuters, Bloomberg, NST and FMT) agree the headquarters was hit; they differ on how badly. DailyDrop treats the damage as unsettled until Aramco or the government gives its own account.
DailyDrop Malaysia edition No. 11 · Morning · THU., OCT. 15, 2026