The number of victims in the attack on Riyadh airport has risen to 309
Quick Look
- The attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh killed 12 people and injured 309 others.
- The strike hit terminals 3 and 4, and a projectile was also recorded falling in the area of Dammam airport.
- The attack comes as fighting resumes between the Houthis and the Saudi coalition after a four-year hiatus.
AI-generated summary
Why It Matters
Since mid-July, after a four-year lull, fighting has resumed between the Ansar Allah movement and the pro-government army, which is supported by Saudi Arabia. During this time, the Houthis occupied the entire western coast of the Red Sea and cities near the Bab al-Mandeb Strait.
Brief retelling from RIA II
The number of casualties in the attack on Riyadh airport has risen to 309.
At least 12 people were killed in an attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh.
MOSCOW, October 11 – RIA Novosti. The attack on Riyadh International Airport killed 12 people and injured another 309, Reuters reports citing the Saudi Arabian Civil Aviation Authority.
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“At least 12 people were killed and 309 injured in Saturday’s attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh,” the publication said.
The Financial Times, citing an informed source, previously wrote about 50 wounded. According to the Wall Street Journal, missiles hit the airport's Terminals 3 and 4, causing extensive damage.
In addition, a shell fell near the international airport in the city of Dammam in eastern Saudi Arabia. Flights flying to this city are currently circling in the waiting area.
Since mid-July, after a four-year lull, fighting has resumed between the Ansar Allah movement and the pro-government army, which is supported by Saudi Arabia. During this time, the Houthis occupied the entire western coast of the Red Sea and cities near the Bab al-Mandeb Strait.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Saudi Arabia will strengthen security measures at airports and critical infrastructure
Very likely · Within days
The conflict between the Houthis and the Saudi coalition will continue to escalate
Likely · Within weeks
Open Questions
- Who exactly carried out the attack on Riyadh airport?
- What type of weapon was used in the strike?
- Is there a threat of further attacks on Saudi Arabia's civilian infrastructure?
