BREAKING NEWS: Houthis Claim Missile Attack on Riyadh Airport Amid Rising Tensions

RIYADH, October 9, 2026 — Yemen’s Houthi movement has claimed a ballistic missile attack targeting King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, escalating concerns over civilian aviation security and regionalStability

The reported incident on October 8 followed earlier attacks affecting Riyadh and Abha airports. Saudi authorities reported three deaths and 36 injuries in those earlier incidents.

Saudi officials also reported intercepting missiles heading towards Riyadh and Khamis Mushait. Meanwhile, news reports described a fire involving a parked Saudia Airlines aircraft at Riyadh airport, although the precise cause of the fire had not been independently established.

The attacks have disrupted air travel, with several airlines reportedly cancelling or suspending flights to Riyadh.

The latest developments come amid renewed fighting involving the Houthis and forces backed by Saudi Arabia in Yemen. The situation remains fluid, and further details about the October 8 incident are awaited.

Important: The Houthis’ claim and the confirmed details of the damage are separate matters. The full circumstances of the latest incident have not been independently verified.

Source: Reuters, Associated Press and Al Jazeera reporting.

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