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Houthi strikes shut one of Saudi Arabia’s busiest airports as deadly attacks expose a dangerous new front
Houthi attacks have shut Riyadh airport after killing 14 people. Find out why Saudi Arabia’s air defenses and economy face new scrutiny.
October 12, 2026
Saudi Arabia seeks dismissal of September 11 lawsuits as US appeals court considers immunity dispute
Twenty-five years after the September 11 attacks, families of victims are still pursuing legal claims against Saudi Arabia. A federal appeals court in New York has heard arguments over whether the long-running litigation can proceed, with Saudi Arabia denying involvement and invoking sovereign-immunity protections. The judges have not announced a ruling.
October 12, 2026
Riyadh airport death toll rises to 12 as more than 300 injured in missile strike
Saudi Arabia has confirmed 12 deaths and more than 300 injuries following the missile attack on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport. The Saudi-led coalition blames Yemen's Houthis, while President Donald Trump is considering whether American forces should join military operations against the group. The escalation also threatens international aviation and regional energy security.
October 11, 2026
Missile strikes Riyadh airport passenger terminal as Saudi Arabia faces renewed attacks
Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport has suffered another attack, with a missile reportedly striking a complex containing domestic passenger terminals. Regional officials reported multiple injuries and an evacuation, while flights were diverted. The incident follows earlier attacks that killed three Saudi citizens and have already disrupted international aviation.
October 11, 2026
Air India, IndiGo and Akasa Air suspend Riyadh flights amid renewed Houthi threats
Air India, IndiGo and Akasa Air suspend Riyadh services after Houthi threats. See how the security disruption affects India-Saudi travel.
October 9, 2026
Yemen government launches nationwide offensive to retake Houthi-held territory and Bab el-Mandeb
Yemen’s government has launched a major campaign to retake Houthi-held territory after the movement seized Bab el-Mandeb and extensive Red Sea coastline.
October 5, 2026
Flydubai says motive remains unknown after violent cockpit incident on Israel flight
Flydubai flight FZ1073 landed safely in Saudi Arabia after its captain was stabbed and the aircraft plunged nearly 14,000 feet during a cockpit struggle.
October 1, 2026
Israel-bound Flydubai flight diverted to Saudi Arabia after serious cockpit emergency
A Flydubai jet bound for Israel diverted to Saudi Arabia after a cockpit emergency. See what happened and why aviation security may change.
September 30, 2026
Middle East oil exports rebound to 12.8 million bpd as Saudi Arabia doubles shipments
Middle East crude exports are rebounding to 12.8 million barrels per day in September as Saudi Arabia and the UAE increase shipments and Hormuz traffic improves.
September 30, 2026
OMS Energy Technologies wins $9.4m of Saudi Aramco and Pertamina orders
OMS Energy Technologies has secured $9.4 million of new Saudi Aramco and Pertamina orders, including a competitive Saudi tender outside its existing long-term agreement.
September 29, 2026