Explosion at Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport halts flights
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A loud explosion at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh led to passenger evacuation and the suspension of air traffic, with flights cancelled or diverted and airlines postponing services until Monday.
Airport attack
An attack at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh produced a loud explosion. The incident was the second attack on the airport within the same week. The attacks were claimed by Iran‑backed Yemen Houthi rebels, who also declared Saudi airspace a military operational area following a Yemeni government offensive.
Flight disruptions
According to Flightradar24 data, all flights destined for Riyadh were either cancelled or diverted. Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways cancelled several flights, with some services not expected to resume until Monday. Energy and investment conferences are scheduled to proceed in Riyadh despite the disruptions.