Riyadh Airport Evacuated After Explosion

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Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport is being evacuated following an explosion, according to Swedish news agency TT. Witnesses reported hearing at least one blast, and AP sources indicate it was an attack. The Iran-backed Houthi movement has been responsible for attacks on the airport multiple times during the past week. The evacuation is currently underway as authorities respond to the incident. This event marks the latest in a series of strikes targeting the Saudi capital's airport, highlighting ongoing regional tensions involving the Houthi rebels.


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