Death toll from King Fahd International Airport attack rises to two

The General Authority of Civil Aviation has announced that the death toll from the attack targeting King Fahd International Airport in Dammam on Wednesday evening, October 21, 2026, has risen to two following confirmation of an additional fatality.

The authority stated that the deceased are a Saudi citizen and a resident of Indian nationality. The number of injured remains at eight, including a Saudi citizen and residents from India, Yemen, Bangladesh, and Nepal.

The authority added that injuries among the victims range from minor to serious, and all are receiving appropriate medical care at several hospitals.

The authority confirmed that work is ongoing in coordination with security agencies to assess the damage and take all necessary measures to ensure the safety of passengers and staff, and to maintain the security and safety of the Kingdom’s civil aviation sector.

The authority also noted that operational activities at King Fahd International Airport have resumed, with air traffic returning to normal.