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India condemns Riyadh airport attack that killed 12
The Indian Express··6d ago
India on Sunday condemned repeated attacks on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and expressed solidarity with Saudi Arabia. The Ministry of External Affairs said attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure are completely unacceptable. Officials said at least 12 people were killed and 309 were wounded in the October 10 strike on the airport complex.
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What It Means For You
- India previously urged its nationals in Saudi Arabia to remain alert after earlier airport strikes.
- The Indian community in Saudi Arabia numbers approximately 2.74 million, the report said.
- Airport operations were suspended and the closure was later extended until 9 pm Sunday, Livemint reported.
What's Happening
- The MEA statement covered repeated attacks over recent days, including the October 10 strike.
- A Saudi-led coalition blamed Iran-backed Houthi rebels; the Houthis have not claimed responsibility.
- Two earlier strikes on the airport this week killed four people, reports said.
What The Toll Shows
- Saudi officials said victims included four Saudis, two Bangladeshis and one person each from several other countries.
- The latest attack was described as the deadliest in Saudi Arabia in more than a decade.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spoken to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman about the conflict in March and August.
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