Houthi rebels carried out repeated attacks on the international airport in Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh , including a strike that killed 13 people, including an Indian. Following the strikes, India had called for an immediate end to the targeting of civilian infrastructure across the region.
Indian killed in Houthi attack in Riyadh
The halt will continue until further notice, news agency AFP reported, citing sources. A video circulating on X shows a crowded airport terminal filled with passengers when a projectile appears to strike. A bright orange haze suddenly engulfs the terminal while an intense flash obscures much of the footage. This is followed by a loud blast, triggering panic as passengers scatter in all directions. “We convey our heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased. The embassy further stated that its officials have visited all hospitals where Indian nationals have been admitted. They added that three injured are in ICU but stable, while two more are admitted in normal wards. Others have been discharged. Among those killed was a pilot with the national airline, identified as Hamoud Ali Alkalthami. “We may. We’re going to look at it.
Flight operations at Riyadh airport in Saudi Arabia reportedly remained suspended on Sunday after the deadly Houthi strike killing 13 and leaving over 300 injured on Saturday.
On October 11, the Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia posted on X that an Indian national injured in the Riyadh attack on Saturday “lost his life” on Sunday. We are in touch with the family and will provide all support for ensuring the early repatriation of mortal remains,” the embassy said. Several others of “different nationalities” were injured in the attacks, the kingdom’s civil aviation authority said. US President Donald Trump had said he was considering whether to join Saudi strikes against the Houthis. We just found out about the recent attack, so we’ll make a decision,” he had told reporters at the White House.
The Houthi attacks on Riyadh airport came after three people were killed after the rebel group targeted King Khalid International Airport and a Saudia Airlines aircraft in Riyadh on Thursday.
