The Indian government has strongly condemned the repeated attacks by Houthi rebels on the King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The latest strike, which occurred on October 10, resulted in significant casualties and damage to civilian infrastructure. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the repeated targeting of civilians and infrastructure is considered completely unacceptable and must stop immediately.
Official reports confirm that the attack caused 12 fatalities and left 309 individuals injured. Among those wounded are 11 Indian nationals. The victims of the attack included citizens from several other countries, such as Saudi Arabia, Bangladesh, Egypt, Jordan, Palestine, Syria, Sudan, and the United States. This incident marks the third time the airport has been targeted over the past week, signaling an escalation in the conflict within the region.
In response to the tragedy, the Indian embassy in Riyadh has initiated contact with Saudi authorities to monitor the condition of the injured Indians. Embassy officials have confirmed they are coordinating directly with hospital authorities to ensure the victims receive necessary support. Further updates are expected as the situation develops.
The MEA expressed its condolences to the families of the deceased and wished for the recovery of those harmed. India has reiterated its solidarity with the government and people of Saudi Arabia in defending the nation's sovereignty. Meanwhile, the Indian embassy has issued a warning to its nationals in the country, advising them to remain indoors and avoid circulating videos related to the ongoing events.
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