Operations at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh were brought to a sudden halt on Saturday afternoon after a fresh attack targeted the facility. Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) confirmed the incident, noting that while the full extent of the impact is still being verified, there have been reported injuries among those on-site. As a precautionary measure, the airport has temporarily suspended all flights while security teams assess the structural safety and integrity of the grounds.

This strike marks a worrying escalation in a series of targeted attacks on Saudi aviation hubs, which have caused significant material damage and loss of life, including a tragic incident just days prior that claimed the lives of three people. In response to the growing security threat, regional carriers such as Etihad Airways, flydubai, and Qatar Airways have moved to cancel multiple services to and from the Kingdom. Airport officials are urging all passengers to avoid traveling to the terminal until they have verified the status of their flights directly with their respective airlines, as the situation remains fluid and highly unpredictable.