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US Warns Americans in West Asia After Houthi Strikes on Saudi Airports
- •The US Department of State issued a security warning for Americans in West Asia following Houthi attacks on airports in Saudi Arabia.
- •The advisory highlights potential flight cancellations, airspace closures, and travel disruptions across the region.
- •Lufthansa and several Indian airlines have temporarily suspended their flights to and from Riyadh due to security threats.
- •Americans are advised to monitor updates from local US embassies and enroll in the STEP program for real-time security alerts.
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The US State Department issued a warning for Americans to remain vigilant after the Houthis claimed attacks on two airports in Saudi Arabia, raising concerns about potential flight cancellations, airspace closures, and a broader regional escalation.
Americans can follow guidance from the nearest US embassy or consulate, enroll in the STEP program to receive email alerts, or follow the Security Updates WhatsApp channel. For consular assistance, individuals can call +1-202-501-4444 from abroad or +1-888-407-4747 from the US and Canada.
Lufthansa Group suspended its Riyadh services until October 16. Additionally, Indian carriers including IndiGo cancelled flights until October 9, while Air India and Akasa Air suspended their services to the Saudi capital until October 10.
