Officials in Saudi Arabia say at least 12 people have been killed and hundreds injured in strikes on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh.
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Key facts
- At least 12 people were killed in the strikes, according to officials.
- Hundreds of people were injured.
- The strikes hit King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
- UK nationals have been told to avoid the airport, according to Sky News.
At least 12 people have been killed and hundreds injured in strikes on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, officials have said.
The casualties were reported following strikes on the airport, which serves the Saudi capital. Officials put the death toll at a minimum of 12, with hundreds more wounded.
According to Sky News, UK nationals have been told to avoid the airport in the wake of the incident.
Further details about the circumstances of the strikes, those responsible, and the condition of the injured were not confirmed in the information released so far.
The situation remains developing, and authorities have yet to provide a full account of what took place at the airport.
Why it matters
King Khalid International Airport is a major international hub, and strikes causing significant casualties there raise serious safety concerns for travellers and residents. The advice for UK nationals to avoid the airport signals potential disruption to international travel and heightened regional tensions.
Frequently asked questions
What happened at Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport?
Officials said at least 12 people were killed and hundreds injured in strikes on the airport.
Has travel advice been issued?
According to Sky News, UK nationals have been told to avoid the airport.
How many people were killed and injured?
Officials said at least 12 people were killed and hundreds were injured.
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