Day 226 | At least two killed in attack on Riyadh airport

An attack on Riyadh's main airport on Saturday left at least two people dead, according to medical sources at a local hospital speaking to Agence France-Presse (AFP).

The victims were identified as an Egyptian flight attendant employed by a Saudi airline and a Palestinian national holding Egyptian travel documents.

A second source briefed on the matter confirmed both the fatalities and the nationalities of the deceased.

Concurrently, the Saudi-led coalition reported additional aerial threats elsewhere in the Kingdom, stating that a projectile landed in the vicinity of King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, located in eastern Saudi Arabia.

Beyond the military activity targeting Saudi aviation infrastructure, maritime monitoring agencies highlighted potential disruptions in nearby strategic waterways.

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) stated it had received reports from multiple shipmasters anchored near Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates.

The vessels received direct radio instructions over VHF channels advising them to relocate from their designated anchorage zones.

Authorities noted that the specific circumstances and origin of the radio broadcasts were not immediately clear.

New two blasts heard in Riyadh: AFP

Two new blasts were heard in the Saudi capital Riyadh, according to AFP, shortly after Saudi authorities said that an “unidentified projectile” hit Terminal 4 in King Khalid’s International Airport.

Netanyahu condemns “horrific” attack on Riyadh airport

‘Israeli’ Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday condemned the "horrific terrorist attack" on Riyadh airport in Saudi Arabia a day earlier.

"I condemn in the strongest possible terms the horrific terrorist attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh," Netanyahu wrote on X, adding that he extended Israel's "deepest condolences" to the families of the victims.

Saudi-led coalition says air defences downed cruise missile near Riyadh airport

The Saudi-led coalition said air defenses intercepted a cruise missile near King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, minutes after reporting that an "unknown projectile” struck Terminal 4, sparking a fire.

Fire breaks out at Riyadh airport after "unknown projectile” struck terminal: Saudi-led coalition

The Saudi-led coalition supporting Yemen’s government said Sunday that an “unknown projectile” struck Terminal 4 at King Khalid International Airport, causing a fire that authorities are handling on site.

In statements posted on X, coalition spokesman Maj. Gen. Turki al-Maliki reported the assault on the terminal and noted that a fire resulted from the attack, adding that authorities are responding at the location.

التحالف : اعتداء بمقذوف مجهول على صالة المسافرين رقم 4 بمطار الملك خالد الدولي. — المتحدث الرسمي باسم قوات التحالف (@CJFCSpox) October 11, 2026

التحالف : اعتداء بمقذوف مجهول على صالة المسافرين رقم 4 بمطار الملك خالد الدولي.

He added that air defences also "intercepted and destroyed a cruise missile" in the vicinity of the airport.

The announcement follows a missile strike on the same airport on Saturday that killed 12 people and injured 309 others, according to Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation.

The dead included four Saudi citizens along with nationals from Bangladesh, the United States, Egypt, Jordan, Syria, Palestine and Sudan.

Some of the wounded remain in critical condition.

The coalition has attributed the attacks to Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis, describing them as a war crime targeting civilian infrastructure.

Airport operations were suspended after the Saturday strike, leading to widespread flight cancellations.

The incident is the deadliest attack inside Saudi Arabia in more than a decade and forms part of a recent surge in strikes on the facility.

Turkey condemns Houthi attack on Riyadh airport

Turkey on Sunday condemned a Houthi attack on Riyadh's international airport that killed 12 people, slamming the "deliberate targeting of civilian infrastructure and innocent civilians".

The attack was "a flagrant violation of international law", Turkey's foreign ministry said in a statement.

It called for "actions threatening regional security and stability" to stop immediately.

Australian embassy urges citizens in Riyadh to “shelter in place”

Australia's embassy in Saudi Arabia on Sunday urged its citizens in Riyadh to "shelter in place" after the airport came under attack a day earlier by Iran-backed Houthi forces, killing 12 people and wounding hundreds.

"We advise the Australian community in Riyadh to shelter in place. Stay indoors, follow the advice of local authorities and avoid unnecessary travel," the embassy said in a statement.

Blast heard in Riyadh: AFP

A blast was heard in the Saudi capital Riyadh on Sunday, AFP journalists reported, a day after Iran-backed Houthi forces attacked the city's airport, killing 12 people and wounding hundreds.

AFP journalists heard a powerful blast in central Riyadh but the cause was not immediately clear.

Yemen government forces report airstrikes on Houthi positions east of Taiz

Yemen’s government forces said their aircraft carried out airstrikes targeting Houthi positions at the Al-Maqrami, Al-Jaasha and Al-Sallal hills east of Taiz city.

Iran nuclear chief says technology safe from US attacks, threats

Iran’s nuclear technology cannot be halted by external threats, political pressure or military attacks, the head of the country’s atomic energy agency has said.

Mohammad Eslami, head of the Atomic Energy Organisation of Iran (AEOI), described the country’s nuclear advances as a national achievement built through the sustained efforts of Iranian scientists and researchers.

In remarks quoted by Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency, Eslami criticized US officials for threatening Iranian nuclear facilities, saying their statements reflected “helplessness” in the face of Iran’s scientific progress.

“Overt threats by US officials to use tactical weapons against Iran’s nuclear facilities, delivered right from the United Nations podium, and talk of destroying Iran’s ancient civilization reveal helplessness in the face of a pioneering nation that has historically been the cradle of science, knowledge, and technology,” Eslami said.

Eslami said Iran’s nuclear capabilities were developed domestically through the dedication and sacrifices of young Iranian scientists.

“The localization of nuclear technology is the result of round-the-clock efforts and sacrifices by young Iranian researchers and scientists; an indigenous and national achievement that will never be halted by threats, pressure, or indiscriminate attacks,” he said.

He added that Iran would not surrender to what he described as excessive demands.

US officials have repeatedly warned that Washington could carry out targeted strikes against Iranian nuclear facilities if diplomatic efforts to curb Iran’s nuclear activities fail.

Araghchi: US, ‘Israeli’ attacks on Iran caused serious environmental risks

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has called for stronger international mechanisms to hold perpetrators accountable for environmental destruction during armed conflicts, accusing the United States and ‘Israel’ of causing serious environmental risks through attacks on Iranian energy infrastructure.

Speaking at the “Ecocide: The Silent War Crime” conference in Tehran on Sunday, Araqchi said environmental destruction during warfare threatens public health, food security, the right to life, international peace and the rights of future generations.

He stressed that the international community must move beyond expressing concern and take concrete steps to prevent and punish environmental damage.

Araqchi said US and ‘Israeli’ military attacks on Iranian oil and energy facilities during the past two wars had created serious environmental risks. He also described attacks on Iran’s nuclear facilities as an “unforgivable crime” under international law.

Houthi forces warn against use of Saudi airports except Mecca and Medina

Houthi spokesperson Yahya Saree has warned airlines, shipping companies, workers, and travelers against using Saudi airports and airspace, saying they could be targeted by Houthi forces.

In a post on X, Saree described Saudi airports and airspace as “exposed to targeting and a theatre for operations by our forces.”

He said airports in Mecca and Medina were exempt from any attacks.

Saudi Arabia’s security integral part of entire Middle East’s security: Syria’s Foreign Ministry

Syria’s Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned the Houthi attack on Riyadh’s airport, describing it as a violation of Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty and a direct threat to its security and stability.

In a statement, the ministry warned that the attack endangered civilians, civilian infrastructure, and civil aviation.

It added that Saudi Arabia’s security is an integral part of Syria’s own security and that of the wider Middle East, expressing solidarity with the kingdom amid heightened regional tensions.

Kuwait airlines suspend Riyadh flights amid airport disruption

Kuwait Airways has canceled its flights to and from Riyadh on Sunday after Saudi authorities temporarily suspended operations at King Khalid International Airport.

In a statement, the airline said the cancellations resulted from the temporary suspension of airport operations.

Kuwait’s Jazeera Airways also reported disruptions to flights to and from Riyadh, saying it would notify affected passengers.

The disruptions come amid heightened security tensions in Saudi Arabia.

Kuwait’s Jazeera Airways says flights affected by suspensions at Riyadh’s airport

Kuwait’s Jazeera Airways has announced disruptions to flights to and from Riyadh following a temporary suspension of operations at King Khalid International Airport by Saudi authorities.

In a statement, the airline said it would notify affected passengers, emphasizing that the safety and security of passengers, crew, and operations remain its highest priority.

Riyadh schools shift to remote learning for one week

Schools in Saudi Arabia’s capital, Riyadh, have announced a shift to remote learning for a full week following an attack targeting King Khalid International Airport, amid heightened security tensions in the kingdom.

The decision comes as concerns grow over the security situation and its potential impact on daily life.

US confirms American killed in Riyadh airport attack

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a strong condemnation of recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia.

Rubio characterized the strikes as "reprehensible attacks" demonstrating a blatant disregard for innocent human life.

US reaffirmed its standing with Saudi Arabia and its people, offering condolences to the victims and their families.

The United States issued a stern condemnation of recent attacks against the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia by the Houthi, confirming that an American citizen was killed in the strike targeting King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh.

In a statement published on X, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio denounced the ongoing strikes on Saudi territory and highlighted the lethal impact of the aviation hub attack, which claimed numerous innocent lives.

"These reprehensible attacks demonstrate a blatant disregard for innocent civilian life," Rubio stated. "They must stop now."

Reaffirming the strategic partnership between Washington and Riyadh, Rubio emphasized America's firm stance alongside the Kingdom and its citizens during the heightened regional security crisis.

The statement concluded with official condolences extended on behalf of the United States to the families of all victims killed in the strikes.

Houthi media reports missile strike on Sa'dah

Houthi-affiliated media outlets reported a missile attack targeting Sahar District in Sa'dah Governorate, located in northern Yemen.

Saudi intercepts drone over eastern province

Spokesperson for the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen, Major General Turki Al-Malki, announced that coalition air defense forces intercepted and destroyed an explosive-laden drone over Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province.

US strikes cargo vessel attempting to breach naval blockade on Iran

US Central Command (CENTCOM) forces struck a commercial cargo vessel in the Gulf of Oman on Oct. 10 after the ship’s crew allegedly ignored repeated warnings and attempted to run the ongoing naval blockade against Iran.

According to an official statement released by CENTCOM, a US military fighter jet struck the stern of the Panama-flagged M/V Ocean Molica -also known as the "Arika Sun"- using a precision munition.

The strike fully disabled the large cargo vessel's propulsion system allegedly without harming any members of the crew.

Military officials claimed that the vessel was attempting to transit regional waters after having previously departed an Iranian port.

135 ships turned around

The action marks the latest interdiction under America's naval blockade against all ships entering or departing Iranian ports, which CENTCOM forces resumed enforcing on July 14.

Over three months of strict enforcement, US forces have struck four commercial vessels and turned around 135 ships attempting to access or depart Iranian maritime facilities.

Additionally, CENTCOM claimed that US forces have destroyed 10 tankers linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' (IRGC) multibillion-dollar shadow network during the same timeframe.

CENTCOM advised all commercial mariners operating in the region to strictly heed blockade warnings, monitor Notice to Mariners broadcasts, and maintain active communications with US naval forces on bridge-to-bridge channel 16 when navigating the Gulf of Oman and the approaches to the Strait of Hormuz.

Tanker struck in Hormuz, sparking onboard fire: UKMTO

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) issued a maritime warning following an attack on a commercial vessel transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday evening.

According to UKMTO warning notice 162-26, the incident occurred at approximately 1920 UTC on October 10, 2026.

The master of an outbound tanker reported that the vessel was hit on its port side by an unknown projectile, triggering a fire on board.

UKMTO confirmed that all crew members on board the affected tanker are reported safe following the impact.

At the time of the report, the extent of physical damage to the tanker and potential environmental impacts remain unknown while authorities conduct formal assessments.

UKMTO advised all vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz to proceed with caution and report any suspicious activity to monitoring authorities while investigations continue.