conflict Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Houthi attacks on Saudi airports kill at least 17, injure 320
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People injured in the previous strike on the airport
Saudi Arabia is investigating why air defenses failed to intercept Houthi missiles and drones. The attacks killed at least 17 people and injured more than 320; Riyadh flights were suspended or diverted, and Australia advised against travel to King Khalid airport.
- King Khalid International Airport
- Saudi Arabia
- Riyadh
- Houthi movement
- Australia
- New Zealand
- King Fahd International Airport
- Khamis Mushait
9 sourcesBBC News, PBS News, FRANCE 24, Al Jazeera, The Guardian, abc.net.auUpdated
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AllegedA Saudi military spokesman said a projectile hit King Khalid International Airport on Sunday.
2 of 2 sources“A projectile has struck Saudi Arabia’s King Khalid International airport”
AllegedSaudi Arabia's civil aviation authority said the second strike caused injuries.
4 of 4 sources“One person was killed and 11 others were injured on Sunday when a projectile struck King Khalid International Airport, according to Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA).”