A Pakistani national was killed and 11 people were injured in a projectile attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. The incident marks the second reported attack on the airport within two days.
According to Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation, an unidentified projectile struck the airport on Sunday. The incident caused casualties and prompted an emergency response.
Saudi-led coalition forces reported that the projectile hit Terminal 4 and triggered a fire. Emergency teams were deployed to control the blaze and secure the affected area.
Coalition spokesperson Major General Turki Al-Maliki said air defence systems intercepted a cruise missile near the airport. Authorities are assessing the damage and reviewing the security of airport facilities.
The latest attack has raised further concerns about aviation safety in Saudi Arabia. Officials are continuing to investigate the incident and assess its wider impact.
Pakistani National Among Victims of Riyadh Airport Attack
The death of a Pakistani national has added to the casualties reported in the latest incident. Eleven other people were injured, according to the available reports.
Authorities have not provided further details about the identity of the Pakistani victim in the supplied information. The circumstances surrounding the casualties remain under review.
The attack occurred while King Khalid International Airport remained closed following a deadly incident on Saturday. Reports said the earlier attack killed 12 people and injured more than 300.
The Indian Embassy also confirmed that an Indian national injured in Saturday’s incident died on Sunday. The two incidents have intensified concerns over repeated attacks targeting major Saudi aviation facilities.
Houthis Claim Responsibility for Multiple Operations
Yemen’s Houthi group claimed responsibility for the attacks. The group said it had conducted four operations using ballistic missiles, cruise missiles and drones over the previous 24 hours.
According to the group, its targets included airports in Riyadh and Dammam. It also claimed attacks against two facilities belonging to Saudi oil company Aramco.
Saudi authorities separately confirmed an attack on Dammam airport on Sunday evening. However, the full extent of the damage from the reported operations remains unclear.
The claims come amid heightened regional tensions and repeated threats against Saudi infrastructure. Officials are continuing to assess the incidents and verify the details.
Earlier Attack Caused Heavy Casualties
The latest incident followed Saturday’s deadly attack on Riyadh airport. Reports indicated that 12 people were killed and more than 300 others injured.
The death of the injured Indian national was confirmed by the Indian Embassy on Sunday. The developments have raised further questions about security at major airports in the region.
The repeated incidents have also disrupted airport operations. King Khalid International Airport remained closed following Saturday’s attack, according to the reports.
Houthis Warn of Further Strikes
Following the latest attacks, the Houthi group threatened additional strikes. It also warned travellers against using Saudi airports and claimed more serious developments could follow.
Saudi authorities are continuing to assess the damage and investigate the latest incident. Further details about the attack, the casualties and the condition of airport facilities remain under review.
The death of a Pakistani national highlights the human cost of the escalating attacks. Authorities are expected to provide further updates as more verified information becomes available.
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