Airlines cancel flights to Saudi Arabia after Riyadh airport attacks

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Share Airlines, including major carriers such as Lufthansa, Air France-KLM, Etihad, and Qatar Airways, have suspended or canceled flights to Saudi Arabia following deadly attacks on Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport. In response, Saudi authorities have extended the closure of the airport through October 17, with no immediate timeline for resumption of normal operations.

The flight suspensions highlight escalating regional security tensions, potentially leading to broader disruptions in Middle Eastern air travel. The post Airlines cancel flights to Saudi Arabia after Riyadh airport attacks appeared first on Crypto Briefing .

The attack, attributed to Yemen’s Houthi rebels, resulted in 13 fatalities and over 300 injuries, marking one of the deadliest incidents in the kingdom in over a decade. Watch for statements from Saudi authorities and international aviation safety agencies for further guidance.