Muhammad Amanullah
Date: October 10, 2026 The True Post (Web News) —
Three people, including a Saudia Airlines pilot, were killed and several others injured in two attacks at the airport in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Arabia’s civil aviation authority confirmed the deaths and injuries, stating that emergency response operations began following the incident. Airport flight operations have since resumed.
Saudia Airlines confirmed the death of its pilot, Captain Hamoud Ali Al-Kalthami, in a statement. According to the airline, he lost his life in an attack at Riyadh Airport on Thursday. The incident has also raised concerns about air travel and airport security.
Two Attacks Target Airport Facilities and Aircraft
According to Arab News, the first attack at Riyadh Airport targeted airport facilities, while the second attack targeted a Saudia Airlines aircraft.
However, the available information does not provide complete details about how the attacks were carried out, the weapons used or the full extent of the damage.
According to Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation, emergency response teams and relevant authorities began operations immediately after the attacks. Officials took steps to provide medical assistance to those affected and ensure the safety of passengers and airport employees.
Three Saudi Citizens Killed
According to the civil aviation authority, three Saudi citizens were killed in the two attacks, while several others were injured. The injured were taken to hospitals for medical treatment.
Authorities are assessing the damage in coordination with the relevant security agencies.
So far, the available information has not established who was responsible for the attacks or what motivated them. Further details are also awaited regarding the ongoing investigation and the full assessment of the damage.
Airport Operations Resume
Saudi Arabia’s civil aviation authority said safety measures were implemented following the incident and airport operations were restored. According to officials, air traffic has returned to normal, while coordination with the relevant agencies continues to ensure the safety of passengers and airport staff.
The attacks at Riyadh Airport are significant because of the airport’s importance as a major aviation hub in Saudi Arabia. However, official investigations and further verified information will be necessary to establish the precise nature of the incident, identify those responsible and determine its potential wider implications.
