Houthis say attacked Riyadh airport hours after flights resume
Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for an attack on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport shortly after flight operations resumed. The incident follows a period of disruption at the major Saudi Arabian transit hub.
Why it matters
Underscores the ongoing security risks in the Middle East and the vulnerability of international aviation infrastructure to regional conflicts.
King Khalid International Airport's website showed several domestic and international flights scheduled on Sunday, including arrivals to…
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