12 dead in missile attack on Riyadh Airport

A missile attack on King Khalid International Airport in Saudi Arabia's capital, Riyadh, resulted in 12 deaths and more than 300 injuries. Officials reported that some of the injured are in critical condition.

Attack on the Airport

A missile attack was carried out against King Khalid International Airport located in Saudi Arabia's capital, Riyadh.

As a result of the attack, 12 people lost their lives, while more than 300 others were injured and admitted to various hospitals for treatment.

Targeted Area and Casualties

The missile hit the complex housing terminals 3 and 4 of the airport, which are dedicated to domestic flights.

Among the deceased are four Saudi Arabian citizens, two Bangladeshis, one Palestinian, one U.S. citizen, one Egyptian, one Jordanian, one Syrian, and one Sudanese.

Responsibility and Reactions

Saudi officials and the Saudi-led coalition forces stated that the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen were behind the attack.

Emphasizing that there are no military facilities at the airport, the coalition described the attack as a complete war crime and announced that a harsh response would be given.

Suspension of Flights and International Statements

Following the attack, civil aviation authorities announced that airport operations were temporarily halted and the closure period was extended by 24 hours.

U.S. President Donald Trump condemned the attack and stated that they were evaluating whether to participate in Saudi operations against the insurgents, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed that an American citizen had lost their life.