Riyadh's main airport is hit again a day after a deadly strike. Canada advises against travel to the airport
A passenger terminal at King Khalid International Airport was struck again on Sunday, a day after an attack that killed 12 people, per Global News, CTV News and CBC. The coalition said a projectile hit the terminal. The airport closure was extended and Riyadh schools moved online. CTV reported an attack on Dammam's King Fahd International Airport with few details. Radio-Canada said the Houthis renewed threats. Global News reported Canada advised against travel to the airport. A French-language report gave at least 13 dead and more than 300 injured for Saturday. FinancialJuice relayed a Saudi civil aviation statement of one dead and 11 wounded on Sunday (single outlet).
Repeated hits on civilian airports raise the risk to Gulf air travel and oil shipping.
If you have flights through Riyadh, check with your airline; Global Affairs Canada advises against travel to the airport.
The attacks are a deliberate strike on civilians and warrant a firm response.
Escalation risks widening the war; the toll comes from Saudi authorities and has varied.
Treat the toll as unsettled. Watch for the coalition's response and whether flights resume.
DailyDrop Canada edition No. 8 · Morning · MON., OCT. 12, 2026