On October 11, 2026, a rocket attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh resulted in the deaths of 12 people and injuries to 309 others. The attack occurred yesterday afternoon when a rocket struck the terminal complex for domestic flights.
Details of the Attack
According to the General Authority of Civil Aviation of Saudi Arabia, among the deceased are:
- four Saudi citizens;
- two Bangladeshi citizens;
- one citizen each from the USA, Egypt, Jordan, Syria, Palestine, and Sudan.
Some of the injured are in critical condition, raising serious concerns among medical services.
Context and Consequences
This attack marks the third on Riyadh airport within a week. It is important to note that no warnings of danger were issued, making the assault even more unexpected. The Houthis, who control parts of Yemen, have not claimed responsibility for the strike but announced the