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New attack on King Khalid Airport in Riyadh

It has been reported that attacks by the Houthis on King Khalid Airport in Riyadh are continuing, and that munitions hitting Terminal 4 have caused a fire.

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Published: 11.10.2026 18:09 Updated: 11.10.2026 18:09
New attack on King Khalid Airport in Riyadh

It has been reported that attacks on King Khalid Airport in the Saudi Arabian capital of Riyadh are continuing. According to the information provided, munitions struck the passenger lounge of the airport's Terminal 4, and a fire broke out in the area.

Within the scope of the tension between the Houthis and Saudi Arabia, it was stated that an attack was carried out on the same airport yesterday as well, that there were deaths and injuries following that attack, and that the airport had been closed to flights.

Aerial view of King Khalid Airport runways and terminal area within desert terrain.
View of the area where King Khalid Airport is located.

In today's new attack, it was stated that the munitions hit the terminal's passenger lounge. No detailed information has been shared regarding the status of operations at the airport following the fire or any potential loss of life or injuries.

Blurred image showing smoke, debris, and people moving inside the airport terminal.

In the footage, it was seen that thick black smoke was rising around the terminal and that a fire had broken out near aircraft and ground service vehicles located on the apron.

Flames and thick black smoke near the King Khalid Airport terminal building, with aircraft and a ground service vehicle on the apron.
Smoke rising around the airport terminal was captured on camera.

News Source: 12punto

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Saudi Arabia Riyadh King Khalid Airport Houthis Terminal 4 Fire