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Riyadh Airport Reopens After Two Weeks
Houthi Missile Attack Disrupts First Day
In short
King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia reopened after a two-week closure.
On the first day of reopening, Houthi rebels attacked again with missiles and drones.
Saudi forces intercepted the attack, but about 60% of passenger flights were cancelled.
Key facts
| When | On October 25 (local time), the airport partially resumed operations after being closed for two weeks. |
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| Where | King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh began domestic flights from Terminal 1. |
| Who | Yemeni Houthi rebels attacked the airport again with missiles and drones. |
| How | Saudi forces intercepted the attack, but about 60% of flights were cancelled that day. |
What it means for me
Travelers and businesses using Middle East routes should check flight cancellation possibilities in advance.
