Saudi Arabia has extended the suspension of all flights to and from King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh following a series of Houthi missile attacks that resulted in one death and significant damage. This decision comes after a previous attack on Saturday that killed 13 people and injured over 300.
Attack Details
On Monday, the Saudi aviation authority announced the closure of the airport to ensure safety verification. CCTV footage aired by Saudi state TV depicted chaotic scenes as passengers were engulfed in smoke and debris while waiting to board their flights.
Abdulaziz bin Salman, Saudi Arabia's energy minister, addressed the ongoing 25th WPC Energy Conference in Riyadh, stating, "Fear has no place in the Saudi lexicon." He emphasized the resilience of the kingdom's energy system and the determination of its people to confront crises.
Ongoing Threats
The military spokesperson for Saudi Arabia reported that further missile and drone threats have been detected. In response, schoolchildren and some office workers have been advised to work from home. The Houthis have also targeted Khamis Mushait and King Fahd International Airport in Dammam.
Houthi Attacks
Recent Houthi attacks have included:
- Targeting fuel tanks at Riyadh airport.
- Destroying a parked Airbus A320 and damaging at least five other aircraft.
