India issues fresh advisory for nationals in Saudi Arabia amid Houthi attacks, flight disruptions: What we know
India has issued a fresh safety advisory for its nationals in Saudi Arabia amid Houthi attack concerns. Riyadh airport remains shut, while Indian airlines have extended flight suspensions. Four injured Indians remain in ICU following an October 10 attack that killed an Indian national.
India has issued a new safety advisory for its citizens in Saudi Arabia due to recent Houthi attacks and security concerns. The Indian Embassy in Riyadh advised nationals to exercise caution, move to a safe location in case of an aerial attack, and avoid filming, publishing, or sharing any information or media related to the ongoing events.
The King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh is closed to flights, while airports in Dammam, Jeddah, and Medina continue to operate with some disruptions. Indian airlines have suspended flights to and from Saudi Arabia until October 24, with some extensions. Indian nationals can consider transiting through Bahrain, Kuwait, or Qatar for urgent departures, subject to visa requirements.
The embassy is monitoring the condition of injured Indians and coordinating with their families. Four injured individuals remain in intensive care, while three have been discharged. India's Ambassador to Saudi Arabia attended the funeral of Mohammed Yousef Ali, who died in the Riyadh airport attack, and offered condolences to his family.
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