On October 24, King Khalid International Airport (KKIA) in Riyadh advised passengers to confirm their flight status directly with their airlines following a wave of security alerts triggered by Houthi missile and drone attacks.
KKIA also announced operational changes, noting that effective Sunday, October 25, 2026, Terminal 1 would be designated for domestic flights and Terminal 2 for international flights operated by national carriers.
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Saudi air defenses intercepted several projectiles aimed at Makkah, Madinah, and other regions, though falling debris landed in several areas, including Wadi Al-Mughammis near the Grand Mosque, Jeddah’s Al-Nuzha district, and Taif.
Houthi spokesperson Yahya Saree stated that the attack targeted the airport, refineries, and oil pipelines, while denying any intent to strike holy sites. Saudi officials emphasized the severe threat posed to populated areas. No casualties were reported, and Saudi Civil Defense later confirmed that the immediate threat had passed.
