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Flights to Saudi capital suspended after Houthis 'attack on airport'

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: Sky News
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What happened

Explosions were heard in Saudi Arabia's capital, including a large blast at Riyadh's international airport, where flights were subsequently halted.

Key facts

  • Reported by Sky News and published Thu, 08 Oct 2026 17:23:00 UTC.

Why it matters

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What to watch next

  • Official statements or denials from the governments named
  • Whether other major newsrooms confirm the same details
  • Any follow-up decision, vote or deadline tied to the event

Coverage timeline

When each newsroom published on this story, oldest first — all times UTC.

  1. Houthis claim new attack against airport in Saudi capital Riyadh as witness reports evacuation

  2. Air India, IndiGo cancel and divert Riyadh flights after missile threat

  3. Flights to Saudi capital suspended after Houthis 'attack on airport'

  4. Arkansas family wins $12,000 after neighbours removed old fence and trees

  5. 15-year-old arrested after attack at Polish school that left 1 dead, 2 wounded

  6. Teen wearing helmet camera kills worker at Polish school amid fears of copycat attacks

  7. Iran scales up Hormuz attacks, raising pressure on Trump as midterms near

Sources

The original report was published by Sky News. WorldPing does not claim that reporting — this page summarises and contextualises it.

Read the full report at Sky News

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