Riyadh: The death toll following a Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia’s King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh has risen to 13 after the Indian Embassy in the Gulf country confirmed the death of an Indian national.
The Embassy also confirmed that three injured Indian nationals remain in intensive care but are in stable condition.
In an update shared on X on Sunday, the Embassy of India in Riyadh confirmed that the Indian national injured in the October 10 attack had died. It expressed condolences to the bereaved family and assured them of assistance in bringing the mortal remains back to India.
“Update regarding Riyadh Airport attack on October 10. It is learnt that one Indian national injured in the Riyadh attack has unfortunately lost his life today. We convey our heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased. We are in touch with the family and will provide all support for ensuring the early repatriation of mortal remains,” the Embassy said in an earlier post on X.
In a subsequent update, the Embassy said its officials had visited all hospitals where injured Indian nationals were admitted. Three remain in intensive care in stable condition, while two others are admitted to regular wards. The remaining injured Indian nationals have been discharged.
“Further Update regarding Riyadh airport attack: Our Embassy officials have visited all hospitals where Indian nationals injured in the attack have been admitted. As mentioned earlier, 1 Indian national unfortunately passed away today, 3 are in ICU but stable, 2 more are admitted in normal wards while others have been discharged. We thank the Saudi authorities for the medical care provided to the injured Indian nationals and assure the families that the Embassy will provide all possible support,” the Embassy said in a follow-up post on X.
Earlier, Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), in a statement following the attack on King Khalid International Airport, said the incident had resulted in 12 fatalities, including four Saudi citizens and residents of several nationalities, and left 309 others injured.
According to GACA, the fatalities included two Bangladeshi nationals and one national each from the United States, Egypt, Jordan, Syria, Palestine and Sudan.
“The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) clarifies that the attack resulted in (12) fatalities, including (4) Saudi citizens and residents of the following nationalities: (2) Bangladeshi, (1) American, (1) Egyptian, (1) Jordanian, (1) Syrian, (1) Palestinian and (1) Sudanese. The attack also left (309) others injured, including individuals in critical condition. All injured individuals are receiving the necessary medical care at several hospitals,” the GACA statement read.
Australia has also condemned the attacks, with Foreign Minister Penny Wong denouncing the strikes on Saudi Arabia and the targeting of civilian infrastructure.
“Australia condemns the Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia, including those on Riyadh airport which have stolen the lives of so many innocent people. Houthi attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure are unacceptable and must cease,” Wong said.
The latest attack follows earlier incidents targeting King Khalid International Airport and Abha International Airport on October 6 and 7, which GACA said had resulted in three deaths and 36 injuries.
Following the October 11 attack, airport operations were temporarily suspended as authorities assessed the damage and conducted safety inspections in coordination with the relevant agencies.
The latest developments have heightened concerns over the safety of civilians and critical infrastructure in the region, as diplomatic efforts and security measures continue amid escalating tensions.
