Explosions Rock Riyadh Airport After Houthi Attack

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Multiple explosions were reported at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, according to eyewitnesses cited by Reuters. Two regional officials confirmed the attack, though no official confirmation has been issued, and many are reported injured. The airport has been evacuated and air traffic halted, according to anonymous officials. Over a dozen ambulances were seen heading to the scene, and travelers were evacuated. The attack follows recent clashes between Yemen and Saudi Arabia, with Iran-backed Houthi forces having targeted airports with ballistic missiles in recent days. The airport had issued a similar advisory on Thursday after a deadly attack killed three people. Kuwait Airways suspended flights to Riyadh due to the airport's closure over the security situation.


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