SUNDAY’S Saudi Arabia Grand Prix could be called off following another suspected attack just miles away from the Jeddah circuit.
The incident comes just days after a petroleum depot was attacked by rebels.
Black smoke could be seen from the Jeddah circuit following a suspected attack
A huge explosion has occurred in Jeddah leading to fears Sunday’s race could be cancelled
Formula One chiefs subsequently said they will be monitoring the situation, and they could now decide to axe the second race of the season.
Black smoke could be seen in the sky near the circuit, as videos on social media showed the Aramco facility nearby engulfed in flames.
The suspected attack has occurred just 12 miles away from the race track.
As a result of the explosion, flights from Jeddah are being held at sea or diverted.
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According to World News IL, the explosion was due to an attack from rebels.
They tweeted: “A few minutes ago, the Houthis attacked Jeddah and hit Aramco’s petroleum facilities in Jeddah, west Saudi Arabia.
“A loud explosion was heard and a fire broke out.”
And Arab News have stated that Saudi Arabia’s air defence have destroyed seven drones and a missile launched by Houthi militia.
A statement from the Saudi coalition read: “The hostile attempts by the Houthi militia deliberately target civilian areas, energy installations.
“The continued attacks by the Houthis threaten both regional and international security.
“We support the Gulf and international community in achieving successful negotiations with Yemen.”
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