Civil Aviation: Attack Targets King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Operations Temporarily Suspended
The General Authority of Civil Aviation announced an attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, resulting in several injuries.
The General Authority of Civil Aviation announced that King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh was attacked this afternoon, Saturday, 29 Rabi' al-Thani 1448 AH, corresponding to October 10, 2026. This incident is part of ongoing blatant attacks targeting civil aviation facilities in the Kingdom. The attack resulted in several injuries, which are currently being assessed.
The authority clarified that operational activities at the airport have been temporarily suspended until damage assessment is completed and the safety of the facilities is verified, in coordination with the relevant authorities. Updates will be announced later.