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Riyadh Airport Attack: One Indian Killed and Three in ICU
- •One Indian national died and three others are in the ICU following an attack at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh.
- •The deceased has been identified as Mohammad Yousuf Ali from Hyderabad, who was travelling with his family for Umrah.
- •The Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia issued an advisory urging nationals to remain alert, stay indoors, and follow local instructions.
- •Yemen's Houthi forces claimed responsibility for the missile and drone strikes targeting Saudi airports and energy infrastructure.
- •External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed deep condolences and assured full assistance to the bereaved family.
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An Indian national, identified as Mohammad Yousuf Ali from Hyderabad, tragically died during the attack at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh while traveling to Medina for Umrah. The Indian Embassy confirmed that three other Indian nationals are in the ICU but in stable condition, two are in normal hospital wards, and others have been discharged.
Yemen’s Houthi forces claimed responsibility for the series of strikes targeting Saudi airports and energy infrastructure, including King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. The Houthi military spokesperson stated that the group carried out multiple operations involving ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and drones.
The Indian Embassy in Riyadh advised all Indian nationals in Saudi Arabia to remain alert, stay indoors when necessary, follow local official instructions, and refrain from reposting videos or news related to the events. Members of the Indian community can contact the 24-hour helpline of the Pravasi Bharatiya Sahayata Kendra (PBSK) at the toll-free number 8002471234 for assistance.
