Watch: Moment missile hit Riyadh airport; 13 killed, including Indian national
A missile strike on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh resulted in 13 deaths, including an Indian national. The attack, attributed to Houthi rebels, has prompted international condemnation and promises of support for the victims' families.
Why it matters
Underscores the escalating regional conflict in the Middle East and the direct impact on international civilians traveling in the region.
New footage has been released by news outlet Al Arabiya showing the moment a strike hit King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as passengers, including Umrah pilgrims preparing to board their flights, waited inside the terminal.The footage captures the moments surrounding the impact, bringing into focus the danger faced by civilians caught in the attack.The missile strike on Saturday, October 10, killed 13 people and injured more than 300 others, according to Saudi authorities. An Indian national was among those killed, while 11 Indians were injured, the Indian embassy in Riyadh said. The embassy said it was in touch with local authorities and hospital officials to monitor the condition of the injured and provide assistance.The Indian national who died was identified as Mohammed Yusuf, a 46-year-old IT professional from Hyderabad.
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