Saudi Arabia's Dammam airport resumes operations after attack kills two, injures eight
Dubai: Saudi Arabia's King Fahd International Airport in Dammam has resumed operations following an attack that killed two people and injured eight others on Wednesday evening, the Kingdom's General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) said on Thursday. In an updated statement, GACA confirmed that the death toll from the October 21 attack had risen to two after an additional fatality was reported.…
Egypt vehemently denounced the attack on King Fahd Airport in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, which resulted in the deaths of two civilians and inflicted injuries on others, describing it as a flagrant violation of international law. The Egyptian government has firmly declared its disapproval of the incident, which was characterized as indiscriminate and irresponsible, targeting air navigation, civilian facilities, and individuals.
In a statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Egypt reiterated its unequivocal opposition to such actions, cautioning that they only serve to exacerbate the crisis, deepen tensions, and jeopardize regional stability. The country also emphasized its unwavering support for Saudi Arabia and its leadership in safeguarding the Kingdom's territory and citizens, asserting that the security of Saudi Arabia is a crucial component of both Arab and Egyptian national security.
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