In brief
Two missile strikes on King Khalid International Airport have killed 14 civilians and wounded more than 300, according to Saudi officials. CCTV footage shows passengers and staff scrambling for cover as the blast tore through the terminal. The Iran‑backed Houthi movement claims responsibility, warning that all Saudi airports—except those in Mecca and Medina—are potential targets. This attack follows earlier strikes on oil facilities and Dammam airport, signalling a steep escalation in the regional conflict.
A missile hit King Khalid International Airport in Saudi Arabia’s capital on Saturday, killing 14 people and injuring more than 300, according to local authorities.
CCTV footage captured passengers and staff scrambling for cover as the blast tore through the terminal, while security shutters slammed shut.
The attack is part of a broader campaign by Yemen’s Houthi movement, which claimed responsibility and warned that all Saudi airports—except those in Mecca and Medina—are potential targets.
This strike followed earlier missile hits on oil facilities and the Dammam airport, signalling a significant escalation in the regional conflict that threatens both civilian life and critical infrastructure.
Officials say the missile was a mix of ballistic and cruise types, and that intelligence agencies reported Houthi drones launching last week. The coalition seeks to prevent further incursions into Saudi airspace.
Published: 3 hours ago | Source: BBC News
