Saudi Arabia Reports 3 People Killed in Attacks on Two Airports

At least 3 people have died, and 36 others have been injured in attacks claimed by the Houthis on two airports in Saudi Arabia, according to the Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA).

The attacks targeted the Abha International Airport and the King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh , which were reported to have occurred on Tuesday and Wednesday.

The GACA stated that the attack on Abha airport resulted in the deaths of two women from Morocco and Algeria , while 28 others were injured .

On the other hand, the attack on King Khalid Airport in Riyadh resulted in the death of a Sudanese citizen , while 8 others were injured , including five Saudi citizens.

The spokesperson for the Saudi-led coalition, Major General Turki Al-Maliki , stated that the defense forces intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile aimed at northern Riyadh.

He also mentioned that a site located in the Yemeni capital, Sana'a, used for attacks on Riyadh was destroyed.

GACA stated that it is continuously working with security agencies to assess the damage caused by the attacks and to take necessary measures to ensure the safety of passengers and airport staff.

These attacks come at a time when clashes between the Houthis and Yemeni forces supported by Saudi Arabia are escalating.

The Houthis also reported attacks using ballistic missiles and drones targeting the airport in Aden, but no casualties or injuries were reported.

Additionally, the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh issued a security alert to American citizens, urging them to exercise increased caution due to the security situation in Saudi Arabia.