Two killed in suspected Houthi missile attack on Riyadh airport

A suspected Houthi missile attack at Riyadh International Airport killed two people and left dozens injured, temporarily halting air traffic.
A suspected Houthi missile strike targeted Riyadh International Airport in Saudi Arabia, leaving at least two people dead and dozens injured. Air traffic at the facility was temporarily suspended following the attack.
According to reports citing official sources, those killed include an Egyptian flight crew member employed by a Saudi airline and a Palestinian national. Emergency medical personnel were summoned as several of the injured remained in critical condition. Witnesses described an explosion occurring near the departure gates, triggering widespread panic inside the terminal.
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- Oct 11, 2026, 03:00 AM UTCTwo killed in suspected Houthi missile attack on Riyadh airport