Attack targets Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport, operations suspended

The General Authority of Civil Aviation announced that King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh was attacked on Saturday afternoon, 29 Rabi Al-Akhir 1448 AH, corresponding to October 10, 2026. The incident comes amid ongoing assaults targeting civil aviation facilities in the Kingdom. The attack resulted in a number of injuries, which are currently being assessed.

The authority stated that airport operations have been temporarily suspended until a full assessment of the damage and verification of facility safety is completed in coordination with relevant authorities. Updates will be provided as new information becomes available.

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