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Three Saudis Killed in Two Attacks on Riyadh Airport, Aviation Authority Says RIYADH, October 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Three Saudi nationals were killed and several citizens and residents of different nationalities were injured in two attacks on King Khalid International Airport on Thursday, October 8, Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation said on Friday. Airport operations have resumed and air traffic has returned to normal, the authority said. It is con

Three Saudis Killed in Attacks on King Khalid International Airport, GACA Says RIYADH, Oct 9 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Three Saudi nationals were killed and several people were injured in two attacks on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh on Thursday, Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation said on Friday. GACA said in a statement on X that the first attack targeted airport facilities, while the second struck an aircraft belonging to Saudi state carrie

Saudi-Led Coalition Says Ballistic Missile Launch Platform Used in Riyadh Attack Destroyed in Sana’a RIYADH, Oct 7 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen said it destroyed the ballistic missile launch platform used in the attack on Riyadh, Official Spokesperson Major General Turki Al-Malki said on Wednesday. Al-Malki said the platform was destroyed in Sana’a while preparations were underway for an imminent attack toward Saudi Arabia. The S

Saudi GACA Says 3 Killed, 36 Injured in Attacks on Abha, King Khalid International Airports RIYADH, Oct 7 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation said attacks targeting facilities at Abha International Airport and King Khalid International Airport on Tuesday and Wednesday killed three people and injured 36 others, with injuries ranging from minor to serious. GACA said emergency teams and relevant authorities responded immediately to b

U.S. Mission Warns of Potential Flight Cancellations, Airspace Closures Amid Houthi Threats in Saudi Arabia RIYADH, Oct 7 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The U.S. Mission in Saudi Arabia urged American citizens to exercise heightened vigilance on Wednesday, citing the ongoing security situation and public Houthi threats against airports and airspace across the Kingdom. The mission said the Houthis have engaged in hostilities against Saudi Arabia, including attacks involving ci

Saudi-Led Coalition Says Ballistic Missile Targeting Khamis Mushait Intercepted, Destroyed RIYADH, Oct 6 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile launched by the Houthi militia toward Khamis Mushait, Official Spokesperson Major General Turki Al-Malki said on Tuesday. Al-Malki attributed the launch to the Houthi militia. The Saudi Press Agency statement provided no further details on casualties, d

Saudi Arabia Begins Status Correction Procedures for Yemenis Residing Irregularly in Kingdom RIYADH, Oct 5 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior announced the start of procedures to regularize the status of Yemeni nationals present in the Kingdom through irregular means, following directives from Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. The move came in response to a request from Chairman of Yemen’s Presidential Leaders

U.S. Mission Issues Security Alert Over Potential Drone or Missile Attacks in Saudi Arabia RIYADH, Oct 5 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The U.S. Mission in Saudi Arabia issued a security alert on Monday urging American citizens in the Kingdom to remain vigilant amid the ongoing security situation and the potential for aerial drone or missile attacks. The Mission strongly encouraged U.S. citizens to remain alert and follow guidance contained in national alerts issued by Saudi

Saudi-Led Coalition Reaffirms Support for Yemeni Forces, Vows Measures Against Houthi Threats RIYADH, Oct 5 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Saudi-led Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen said it would maintain full operational support for the Yemeni Armed Forces and continue backing the internationally recognized government, while reaffirming Saudi Arabia’s right to take measures against Houthi attacks and threats to maritime navigation. Major General Turki Al-Malki, t

Saudi-Led Coalition Says Houthi Drone Targeted Madinah Power Station RIYADH, Oct 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Saudi-led Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen said an investigation found that a drone attack targeting the Taibah electricity distribution station in Madinah on September 29 was planned and carried out by Yemen’s Houthis, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Coalition spokesperson Major General Turki Al-Malki said the attack took place at 5:11 a.m. on Tuesda

Weather Alert Issued for Makkah as Rain, Hail and Flash Floods Forecast MAKKAH, September 25, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia’s National Center for Meteorology issued an alert for Makkah on Friday, forecasting moderate rain, hail, thunderstorms and possible flash floods, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The center also warned of strong winds and visibility falling to near zero. It said the conditions were expected to last until 11 p.m. Source: SPA

Air France Extends Riyadh Flight Suspension Through September 28 PARIS, September 24, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Air France has extended the suspension of flights to and from Riyadh through September 28 as it monitors the security situation in the Middle East, Arabian Business reported. Flights to and from Dubai remain suspended through October 13. The airline plans to resume Beirut services on September 26, while its Tel Aviv flights are operating normally. Passenge

Saudi Civil Defense Warns of Flash Flood Risk Through Sunday RIYADH, September 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Civil Defense has warned of thunderstorms and possible flash floods in several regions through Sunday, citing forecasts from the National Center for Meteorology. Civil Defense urged people to exercise caution, remain in safe locations and stay away from valleys and other areas vulnerable to sudden flooding. It also advise

UAE Presidential Court Announces Passing of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum | 📷WAM ABU DHABI, September 21, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The UAE Presidential Court announced that Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum passed away on Sunday, the Emirates News Agency reported. The court extended its condolences to Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and to the Al Maktoum family. It also prayed for mercy and forgivenes

Saudi Air Defenses Intercept Houthi Ballistic Missile Fired Toward Riyadh RIYADH, September 19, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Royal Saudi Air Defense Forces intercepted and destroyed a Houthi ballistic missile fired toward Riyadh early Saturday, the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen said. Major General Turki Al-Malki, the coalition’s official spokesperson, said the interception took place at dawn on September 19. Al-Malki said the Houthi group had continued attem

Saudi Arabia Condemns Houthi Drone Launch Toward Makkah RIYADH, September 16, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia condemned the launch of a drone that its Ministry of Foreign Affairs said was sent by the Houthis toward Makkah on September 15. The ministry praised the Royal Saudi Air Defense Forces for intercepting and destroying the drone before it entered Makkah’s restricted airspace. It described the incident as the second attempt to target Makkah, following an

Saudi Arabia Says Red Sea Maritime Security Is a Shared International Responsibility UNITED NATIONS, September 16, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia told the UN Security Council that protecting maritime corridors and ensuring freedom of navigation were shared international responsibilities as it warned of threats to shipping in the Red Sea and the Bab Al-Mandab Strait. Saudi Arabia’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Dr. Abdulaziz Alwas

Saudi Air Defenses Intercept Houthi Drone South of Makkah, Coalition Says RIYADH, September 16, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Royal Saudi Air Defense Forces intercepted and destroyed a hostile drone south of Makkah on Tuesday evening before it entered the city’s prohibited airspace, the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen said. Official Spokesperson for the Coalition Major General Turki Al-Malki said the drone was launched by the Houthi militia and was intercep