Riyadh Airport Disrupted After Houthi Missile Attack; Civilian Sites Damaged

Brief By Hindustan Times / 8:51 PM on 08 Oct 2026

Riyadh airport operations were disrupted after Houthi ballistic missiles targeted the Saudi capital and Khamis Mushait. The Saudi-led coalition said it intercepted two missiles heading towards Riyadh. Falling debris caused material damage to a kindergarten and medical clinic complex, authorities said. No casualties were reported, while flights were cancelled amid escalating regional tensions.