Attack on King Khalid International Airport Leaves Several Injured

A reported attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia's capital, has left several people injured according to the country's Civil Aviation Authority. The airport was temporarily shut down following the incident on Saturday afternoon.

The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) confirmed that operations at the airport were suspended after the attack and officials are currently assessing the damage caused. GACA is also working to determine the exact number of people injured in the attack.

On Thursday, a separate incident occurred at the same airport where at least three Saudi citizens, including a pilot, lost their lives due to Houthi attacks according to GACA. The Houthi group, backed by Iran and currently at war with Riyadh and the Yemeni government in Aden, launched those attacks.

The Houthi group has not yet claimed responsibility for Saturday's attack but has previously warned aviation companies to avoid using Saudi airspace, stating that any aircraft operating there, except over Mecca and Medina, would be considered a target.

As the situation at King Khalid airport continues to unfold, passengers are advised to contact their airlines directly for updates on flight status. This precautionary measure was taken after reports emerged of disruptions to air traffic, although the cause of these disruptions remains unclear.

The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued instructions to its citizens traveling within the kingdom, advising them to reach out to local embassies if their travel plans have been disrupted as a result of the attack. This move underscores the potential impact on civilians caught in the midst of escalating tensions.

In response to the latest developments, US President Donald Trump was asked about the possibility of American involvement in Saudi strikes against the Houthi group. While he declined to offer immediate details, he indicated that a decision would be made soon, with the United States moving swiftly to address emerging situations.

Foreign diplomatic missions in Riyadh have issued advisories to their citizens, cautioning them to exercise caution and avoid areas around King Khalid airport. The US mission has specifically urged American citizens to steer clear of the airport and surrounding regions, citing awareness of attacks on the facility.

The British and Irish embassies in Saudi Arabia have issued warnings to their nationals about a serious incident at Riyadh's airport. They advised citizens to exercise extreme caution due to ongoing developments. This warning comes amidst reports of military activity in the area.

Other countries are also taking precautions, with Canada advising its citizens in Riyadh to avoid all travel to the airport. Japan has strongly condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi civilian facilities, including airports. Kuwait Airways has been forced to cancel flights due to a security situation at the airport.

The latest incident is part of a series of alleged Houthi attacks on Saudi airports. On Thursday, the Houthi military spokesperson claimed that a ballistic missile had successfully hit its target at Riyadh's airport, causing damage and disrupting air traffic. This follows earlier incidents in which three civilians were killed and 36 injured.