11 Indians injured in Saudi airport strike that killed 12; video captures aftermath
On Sunday, a missile strike at Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport killed 12 people and injured 11 Indians, according to India's embassy in Saudi Arabia. The embassy stated they were monitoring the situation and would provide updates as they became available. CCTV footage from Reuters revealed the aftermath of the attack, showing debris and scattered boards in the terminal.
The Saudi-led coalition claimed the missile struck a passenger terminal, marking the deadliest attack in a Gulf Arab nation since the Iran war began. The victims included four Saudi citizens, two Bangladeshi nationals and seven from other countries, though the cause of the strike remains unclear. The airport was closed following the incident and schools in Riyadh switched to online classes.
The Houthis have targeted Saudi airports and oil installations recently but have not claimed responsibility for Sunday's attack. A Houthi spokesperson warned airlines and travelers to avoid using Saudi airports and airspace, while US President Donald Trump considered joining Saudi strikes against the Houthis.
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