11 Indians injured in Saudi airport strike that killed 12; video captures aftermath
A missile strike on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport resulted in 12 deaths and over 300 injuries, including 11 Indian nationals. The attack, attributed to Houthi rebels, has led to the closure of the airport and heightened regional security concerns.
Why it matters
This represents a significant escalation in regional conflict, directly impacting international travelers and diplomatic relations in the Middle East.
11 Indians were injured in a missile strike on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport that killed 12 people and wounded more than 300 others, India's embassy in Saudi Arabia said, a day after the deadly attack.The Embassy of India in Riyadh said it had been following up on Saturday's attack and was in touch with local authorities and hospital officials to enquire about the condition of the injured Indians.“Our officials have also reached out to the hospital authorities. We will provide further updates as they become available,” the embassy said in a statement.An eyewitness video released by Reuters captured the chilling aftermath of the strike, showing large boards and debris scattered across the terminal floor as people moved through a dust-filled hall.The Saudi-led coalition fighting Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen said on Sunday that an unidentified projectile had struck a passenger terminal at the airport.
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