A Pakistani resident was killed and 11 people were injured in the Riyadh Airport attack on Sunday, October 11, 2026. A projectile struck King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) confirmed the casualties in an updated statement on Monday.
The injured were taken to hospitals for treatment. Meanwhile, authorities began checking the damage to airport facilities.
The incident came amid a series of attacks on Saudi Arabia’s aviation infrastructure. As a result, concerns over civilian safety have increased across the region.
What Happened at Riyadh Airport?
According to Saudi authorities, an unidentified projectile struck Terminal 4 at King Khalid International Airport on Sunday afternoon. The impact caused a fire. The incident followed another deadly attack on the airport a day earlier.
The Saudi-led coalition fighting Yemen’s Houthi movement reported the strike. Later, GACA confirmed that a Pakistani resident had died and 11 others had suffered injuries. Officials said rescue teams took the injured to hospitals for treatment.
Authorities are also checking the damage and inspecting airport facilities. They are working with relevant agencies to assess the situation. However, official reports have not yet identified the Pakistani victim.
Earlier Attack Left 12 Dead and 309 Injured
The latest strike followed an earlier attack on King Khalid International Airport. According to Saudi civil aviation authorities, that attack killed 12 people and injured 309 others. The victims included Saudi citizens and foreign nationals.
The Saudi-led coalition blamed Yemen’s Houthi movement for the earlier attack. The group has claimed responsibility for attacks during the escalating regional conflict. Meanwhile, the two incidents have raised concerns about the safety of civilian airports in Saudi Arabia.
Saudi authorities have also reported attacks targeting King Fahd International Airport in Dammam. Officials are continuing to assess the damage and review security measures at the affected facilities.
Pakistan Condemns Riyadh Airport Attack
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned the attacks on Riyadh airport. He also expressed solidarity with Saudi Arabia and offered condolences to the victims’ families.
According to the Saudi Press Agency, Sharif said attacks on civilians and critical infrastructure violate international law. He warned that such actions threaten regional peace and stability. In addition, he called on the Houthi movement to stop the attacks and reaffirmed Pakistan’s support for Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty and security.
The death of a Pakistani resident has raised concern in Pakistan. The country has close ties with Saudi Arabia and a large community of citizens living and working in the kingdom.
Saudi authorities are continuing to inspect airport facilities and assess the damage. However, officials have not yet released further details about the deceased Pakistani resident or the circumstances of the latest attack.
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