Houthi Missile Attack on Riyadh Airport Kills 12, Wounds Over 300; Saudi Arabia Closes Airport and Schools Amid New Threats

A Houthi missile attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh on Saturday, October 10, 2026, resulted in 12 fatalities and over 300 injuries. In response, Saudi Arabia has extended the closure of its main international airport and moved Riyadh schools online. The Houthis have subsequently issued new threats to Saudi airspace, escalating the conflict in Yemen and raising concerns about regional stability and potential disruptions to global shipping routes.