Saudi authorities have extended the suspension of operations at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh until Saturday, as several flights have been canceled amid security developments and attacks attributed to Yemen’s Houthi group, according to the report.
The decision is part of precautionary measures aimed at verifying the safety of airport facilities and ensuring their operational readiness. Travelers and airlines are awaiting further updates on when normal air traffic may resume.
Saudi Civil Aviation Authority Explains Continued Suspension
The Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation said, in a statement cited in reports, that the continued suspension was necessary to complete procedures to verify the safety of airport facilities and confirm that they are ready to resume operations.
King Khalid International Airport is one of Saudi Arabia’s major aviation hubs. The extended suspension could therefore affect travel plans, leaving passengers and airlines waiting for official announcements regarding the resumption of flights.
Ballistic Missile Intercepted Over Riyadh
In a related development, the Saudi-led coalition supporting Yemen’s internationally recognized government announced that it had intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile launched toward Riyadh, amid escalating security tensions and threats targeting locations inside Saudi Arabia.
US President Donald Trump also said he had spoken with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman about the confrontation with the Houthis, describing the group’s actions as “very bad.” He did not disclose further details of the conversation or announce any new US decision regarding military intervention.
Previous Attacks Reportedly Caused Deaths and Injuries
The report also referred to previous attacks targeting King Khalid International Airport, including one incident that reportedly killed a Pakistani national and injured 11 people, according to Saudi authorities.
It also mentioned an earlier attack that allegedly resulted in fatalities and hundreds of injuries. However, the information provided did not include sufficient details to independently establish the circumstances of that incident.
The developments have raised concerns about civil aviation safety and the continuity of air travel as airlines and passengers await an official announcement on when airport operations will resume.
Travelers Await Updates on Flight Resumption
Further details about flight operations at King Khalid International Airport are expected to emerge through official announcements from Saudi authorities and airlines regarding the continuation of the suspension or the resumption of services.
Passengers are advised to check updates from their airlines and relevant authorities before traveling to the airport to confirm flight status, departure times and any last-minute changes.
