At least 12 people, including one American, died in an attack on King Khalid International Airport in Saudi Arabia on October 10. More than 300 people were injured, some critically, in the strike. A Saudi-led coalition blamed the attack on Houthi rebels.
The attack followed a similar strike on the same airport just days earlier. The Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for both attacks, warning airlines to avoid the kingdom. The latest strike has raised concerns about the safety of air travel in the region.
The Houthi rebels, backed by Iran, have been targeting Saudi infrastructure, including airports and oil facilities. Saudi Arabia, along with Egypt, Pakistan, and Turkey, has condemned the attacks. The United States is considering joining Saudi Arabia in retaliatory strikes against the Houthis.
The attacks have disrupted travel in Saudi Arabia, with airspace warnings expanding and flight cancellations increasing. The situation has drawn international attention, with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemning the attack and calling for regional unity.
The conflict between Saudi Arabia and the Houthi rebels has intensified in recent weeks, with both sides escalating attacks. The latest strikes highlight the ongoing instability in the region and the risks faced by civilians and international travelers.
