Airlines operating in the Middle East have temporarily grounded flights bound for Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, after the Houthi movement in Yemen asserted that it had carried out an attack on the city’s main airport.
The suspension comes amid escalating tensions in the region, with the Houthis accusing Saudi authorities of being unable to protect civilian infrastructure. Details regarding the scale of damage or any casualties have not yet been confirmed by local officials.
Travelers are advised to check with their respective carriers for updates on flight status, as the situation remains fluid.
Another claim, no confirmed damage yet. These airline suspensions feel more like panic management than a rational response to unverified reports.
My cousin is stuck in Riyadh right now. Praying the terminal was empty and no one got hurt in the chaos.