RIYADH(The COW News Digital) At least 12 people were killed and 309 others injured in an attack at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, on Saturday, according to the Saudi Civil Aviation Authority.
The authority said the casualties included citizens of several countries, highlighting the international impact of the incident at one of Saudi Arabia’s major aviation hubs.
According to the official statement, four Saudi nationals and two Bangladeshi nationals were among those killed. The fatalities also included one citizen each from the United States, Egypt, Jordan, Syria, Palestine and Sudan.
The Saudi Civil Aviation Authority confirmed that 309 people sustained injuries in the attack. Some of the injured were reported to be in critical condition, raising concerns about the severity of the incident and the medical needs of those affected.
Emergency medical assistance is being provided to the injured at various hospitals, the authority said. Medical teams are continuing to treat victims, while those in critical condition are receiving the necessary care.
The statement also confirmed that the attack caused damage to property at the airport. However, officials said the full extent of the damage was still being assessed, and further details had yet to be established.
The incident has raised concerns over airport security and the safety of passengers, employees and other people at the facility. As an international gateway serving Riyadh, King Khalid International Airport plays an important role in connecting Saudi Arabia with destinations around the world.
The reported deaths of nationals from several countries underline the international dimension of the casualties. The injuries have also placed additional demands on medical facilities treating those affected by the attack.
The Saudi Civil Aviation Authority’s statement provided details of the fatalities, injuries and property damage but did not specify the nature of the attack, identify those responsible or outline the circumstances that led to the incident.
Further information about the cause of the attack, the extent of the damage and any subsequent security measures was not included in the statement provided.
Authorities are assessing the damage and monitoring the condition of those receiving treatment as more information about the incident is awaited.
The reported casualty figures remain central to the developing situation, with officials yet to provide further details about the investigation or the broader impact on airport operations.
