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17:30 · 12 Oct 2026
Houthi attacks kill at least 13 at Riyadh airport
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The attacks, claimed by Yemen’s Houthi group, reportedly targeted King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, King Fahd International Airport in Dammam and major oil facilities. Saudi-led forces said they intercepted additional missiles, while several governments issued travel warnings for Saudi Arabia. The escalation raises wider concerns about threats to civilian aviation, energy infrastructure and regional security amid continuing conflict involving Iran-backed groups.
Sources: Anadolu Agency, Xinhua, Al Jazeera, The Straits Times
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