Riyadh airport remains closed after deadly Houthi attacks

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The attacks have disrupted air travel to Saudi Arabia’s capital, with the airport closure extended through October 17 and airlines canceling flights. The strikes, attributed to Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthi movement, are among the most consequential recent escalations in the region because they target a major international aviation hub and have prompted Saudi officials to vow a serious response. The developments are unfolding alongside broader confrontation involving Iran, Israel, the United States and regional partners.[1][7][9]

Sources: Anadolu Ajansı, ABC News, CNN, BBC News, The Straits Times