Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport was struck again on Sunday by an unidentified projectile, authorities reported. Air defenses also intercepted a cruise missile near the airport. These incidents follow a deadly attack on Saturday that killed 12 people and injured hundreds.
Yemen’s Houthis have claimed responsibility for both Saturday’s and Sunday’s attacks on Riyadh’s airport. The group stated they also targeted Saudi energy facilities. A Houthi military spokesman warned travelers and airlines to avoid Saudi airports.
The Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation confirmed that Sunday’s attack resulted in injuries, though the number was not specified. The attacks have caused temporary halts in oil flows and contributed to rising global oil prices. The World Petroleum Congress, scheduled to take place in Riyadh this week, faces uncertainty regarding executive attendance.
An Indian national, who was injured in Saturday’s attack, has died from their injuries, according to the Indian embassy in Saudi Arabia. The UAE has issued a statement of solidarity with Saudi Arabia, expressing support for measures to safeguard the kingdom’s security.
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Source: theguardian.com
