{
  "id": 13761966,
  "title": "Riyadh airport attacked again after Houthi missile strike that killed 13 and injured hundreds",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/riyadh-airport-attacked-again-after-houthi-missile-strike-that-killed",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-11T17:08:26.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National UAE",
    "slug": "the-national-uae",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/gulf/2026/10/11/riyadh-airport-attacked-again-after-houthi-missile-strike-that-killed-12-and-injured-hundreds/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On Sunday, King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh was hit again following a missile strike carried out by Yemen's Houthi rebels. The assault resulted in 13 casualties and over 300 injuries, eliciting strong condemnation from international entities such as the UN, the EU, and the UAE. Saudi Arabia's coalition backing Yemen's government reported that a projectile targeted Terminal 4, igniting a fire, while another missile was shot down nearby. The airport's operations were halted after the previous deadly strike on Saturday.\n\nHouthi military spokesperson Brig Gen Yahya Saree warned all air shipping firms, experts, workers, and travelers to avoid Saudi airports and airspace, as they are targeted. India's embassy in Riyadh conveyed that an Indian resident hurt during Saturday's strike had passed away. The embassy pledged to aid in repatriating the deceased's remains. The Saudi Civil Aviation General Authority is currently examining the damage and verifying the safety of the facilities.\n\nHouthi leadership declared that Riyadh airport was among four Saudi targets struck within 24 hours, and they also claimed responsibility for assaults on Aramco's Shugadam gas site and Tanajib oil refinery in the Eastern Province, as well as King Fahd International Airport in Dammam. However, these claims haven't been confirmed by Saudi authorities. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed his \"deep shock\" over Saturday's attack, emphasizing that targeting civilians and civilian infrastructure is a breach of international law and must cease immediately. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas described the attack as a \"horrific act of terror,\" offering condolences to the families of the deceased and wishing the injured a speedy recovery.\n\nThe UAE strongly condemned the Houthi strikes, labeling them a \"flagrant violation\" of Saudi Arabia's sovereignty and posing threats to its security and stability. The UAE's Foreign Ministry affirmed its full backing for Saudi Arabia and all actions taken to safeguard the kingdom's security and stability. Pakistan and Turkey, which signed a defense pact with Saudi Arabia in August, also denounced the attack. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called the assault \"completely unacceptable,\" stressing that strikes on civilians and vital infrastructure must end immediately. Turkey's Foreign Ministry reiterated its support for Saudi Arabia's sovereignty and territorial integrity, urging an end to actions endangering regional stability. Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu condemned the attack as a \"horrific terrorist act,\" calling for a united Middle East that stands resilient against threats and promotes security and prosperity for all. Russia's Foreign Ministry echoed the UN's condemnation, urging diplomatic solutions to regional conflicts and compliance with international humanitarian law. Egypt, Britain, Kuwait, and Iraq also condemned the attack, emphasizing the need for an immediate halt to military operations in the region.",
  "summary": "Saudi Arabia's King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh was attacked again on Sunday after a missile strike by Yemen's Houthi rebels that killed 13 people and injured more than 300, sparking global condemnation, including from the UN, the EU and the UAE. The Saudi-led coalition supporting Yemen 's government said a projectile struck the airport's Terminal 4, causing a fire, while a missile was…",
  "key_points": [
    "Houthi rebels attacked King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh.",
    "Strike killed 13 people and injured over 300.",
    "International condemnation from UN, EU, UAE."
  ],
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  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Hindustan Times",
        "title": "11 Indians injured in Saudi: MEA condemns Houthi attacks, embassy says 'in touch with hospital authorities'",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/11-indians-injured-in-saudi-mea-condemns-houthi-attacks-embassy-says",
        "published": "2026-10-11T15:55:26.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The National Business",
        "title": "Riyadh airport attacked again after Houthi missile strike that killed 13 and injured hundreds",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/riyadh-airport-attacked-again-after-houthi-missile-strike-that-killed-13764173",
        "published": "2026-10-11T17:08:26.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "NDTV",
        "title": "Indian Man Killed In Missile Strike On Saudi Airport, 2 Sons In Hospital",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/indian-man-killed-in-missile-strike-on-saudi-airport-2-sons-in",
        "published": "2026-10-11T17:42:19.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Ajel English",
        "title": "Six Pakistanis injured in attack on Riyadh airport, PM says",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/six-pakistanis-injured-in-attack-on-riyadh-airport-pm-says",
        "published": "2026-10-11T17:52:39.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "National Post",
        "title": "Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh airport hit by another Houthi strike day after fatal attack",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/saudi-arabias-riyadh-airport-hit-by-another-houthi-strike-day-after",
        "published": "2026-10-11T18:09:39.000Z"
      }
    ]
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}