There has been another breach of security at Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport, the Saudi authorities said, raising new fears across the country about airports and other vital infrastructure. The attack on the airport was carried out on Sunday, October 11, 2026, just a day after at least 12 people were killed and more than 300 wounded in a devastating attack on the airport, the Saudi authorities said. The airport, which handles a large volume of international flights, has become the focus of rising tension in the region due to multiple attacks.
Fresh Strike Leaves One Dead and 11 Injured
According to the General Authority of Civil Aviation, a recent projectile strike inairport resulted in one person killed and 11 people wounded. The attack reportedly caused damage to passenger terminals at the airport, leading to emergency procedures and additional security evaluations.The new strike was carried out days after a tragic attack on Saturday resulted in many casualties and closure of airport operations. The recurring hits have raised fears for the safety of passengers, airport employees, and tourists from abroad.
Chilling Video Captures the Moment of Impact
Footage provided by Al Arabiya and other media outlets, has shown a missile hitting the airport in Riyadh during Saturday’s assault. The CCTV footage shows the missile hit the airport with smoke billowing up from inside the terminal. While the video has highlighted how serious the attack was and the danger to civilians in attacks of this nature, viewers should be aware of graphic content.
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Houthis Announce More Operations Against Saudis
Yemen’s Houthi movement. Houthi officials said they launched several attacks on October 12, including the deployment of missiles and drones. Not everything the group says has been corroborated. Separately, Saudi officials confirmed the recent toll at the airport and reports of defensive measures taken against incoming fire. These events unfolded as the Houthis and Saudis were at increased odds with each other.
Al Arabiya English Shares Footage of Riyadh Airport Strike
In a post on its verified X account, Al Arabiya English (@AlArabiya_Eng) shared footage showing the moment of the reported Houthi attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. According to the account, the video shows Umrah pilgrims preparing to board their flights when the strike occurred.
Airport Disruptions Raise Travel Concerns
The assault on airports has not only impeded air traffic but also caused operators and governments to reconsider the safety of travel. Every foreign traveler was advised to adhere to government notices and make inquiries with their airline. The incident also raises questions about the wider impact on regional aviation, trade and travel if attacks on key transport nodes persist.
