Houthi attacks hit Riyadh's King Khalid Airport, killing 12‑13 and injuring dozens

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On Saturday 10 October a missile strike hit King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, killing at least 12 people and injuring 50 according to the Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation, while other Saudi sources reported 13 fatalities and more than 300 wounded.

The airport was temporarily suspended and later closed as authorities assessed damage and checked safety, and officials issued an advisory urging passengers not to travel to the airport without verification; a second projectile struck terminals 3 and 4 on Sunday, causing a fire and additional injuries.

Saudi civil aviation authorities said the airport remains closed following the attacks.

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