Three Saudi Citizens Killed in Attacks on Riyadh Airport
Three citizens lost their lives in attacks targeting the international airport and an aircraft in the capital of Saudi Arabia, while various conflicts and incidents were also reported across the Middle East.
Three Saudi citizens were killed and numerous others were injured as a result of attacks targeting King Khalid International Airport in the capital of Saudi Arabia and an aircraft at the airport. Alongside these developments, various military and security incidents were reported across the Middle East.
Airport Targeted
In a statement issued by Saudi aviation authorities, it was stated that King Khalid International Airport in the capital Riyadh and a Saudia aircraft were targeted the previous day.
As a result of these attacks, it was officially reported that three Saudi citizens lost their lives and some individuals were injured.
Flight Cancellations and Regional Effects
Following the attacks, security measures in the region were increased, and airlines were forced to make adjustments to their operations.
Airlines such as FlyDubai and Pakistan International Airlines announced the cancellation of scheduled flights to Riyadh.
Explosions in Yemen's Capital Sanaa
In Yemen's Houthi-controlled capital Sanaa, loud explosion sounds were heard starting from the night hours, and intense clashes took place.
Anees al-Asbahi, a spokesperson for the Houthi-affiliated Ministry of Health, reported that six people, including a child, were injured as a result of two nighttime strikes on the city.
UAV Attack in Lebanon
In an Israeli drone strike in the northeastern region of Lebanon, six people, including two women and five Syrian citizens, were injured.
The Israeli military issued a statement confirming that an individual named Youssef Ali al-Hassoun was targeted in this airstrike.
Security Incidents in Maritime Transport
British military authorities reported that a vessel sailing off the coast of the United Arab Emirates was hit by an unidentified object and the ensuing fire was subsequently extinguished.
Additionally, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard claimed to have struck a large liquefied petroleum gas carrier south of the Strait of Hormuz.
Events in the West Bank
A Palestinian citizen living in the West Bank village of Yabrud reported that Israeli settlers attacked him and his 5-year-old son and hijacked their vehicle.
Following this hijacking and violence incident, Israeli soldiers and police announced that a comprehensive investigation into the matter had been launched.