Umrah pilgrims' families anxious after flights diverted amid Riyadh airport attack

Families of Malaysians travelling to Saudi Arabia for the umrah pilgrimage have expressed concern after some flights were reportedly diverted to Madinah following an attack at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. Passengers encountered flight diversions amid security concerns, with some posts on social media sharing updates on the diversions and eventual safe arrival in Jeddah.

Despite the concerns, the Umrah and Haj Travel Agencies Association (Papuh) reported no cancellations among its members following the incident.

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