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12 killed, more than 300 injured in deadly attack on Riyadh airport in Saudi Arabia; flights suspended
At least 12 people have been killed and 309 injured in a missile attack on King Khalid International Airport in Saudi Arabia’s capital, Riyadh, prompting the suspension of airport operations and widespread flight disruptions. Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation confirmed that the victims included four Saudi nationals, two Bangladeshis, citizens of the United
A missile strike hit King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, resulting in multiple casualties and injuries, according to official statements.
Initial reports indicate at least 12 fatalities and 309 people injured in the attack, prompting the suspension of airport operations and widespread disruption to air travel in the area.
Saudi authorities confirmed that the victims include nationals from several countries, with four Saudi citizens and two Bangladeshis among those affected, alongside other international passengers.
The incident led to the shutdown of the airport and the cancellation or delay of numerous flights, causing widespread disruptions for travelers passing through Riyadh.
Authorities have not yet released a detailed breakdown of the sequence of events or the precise origin of the attack, and the situation is being assessed by security and aviation officials.