Houthi missile strike kills 12 at Riyadh airport; a second projectile hits the terminal a day later
A missile attack claimed by the Houthis on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh on October 10 killed 12 and injured 309 (Premium Times, Manila Times). Mint reported 13 deaths after an Indian national died of his injuries (also The Hindu). On October 11 a projectile struck a passenger terminal, the Saudi-led coalition said (Philippine Daily Inquirer). Saudi Arabia vowed to retaliate (Premium Times), and the airport shutdown was extended (BusinessDay).
Attacks on a major civilian airport raise the risk of a wider Gulf conflict that could disrupt flights, shipping and oil supply.
Nigerians travelling to Saudi Arabia should check their airline and embassy notices. Higher oil prices help Nigeria's export income but raise import costs.
Saudi Arabia and its allies call the attacks terrorism against civilians.
The Houthis present them as retaliation in Yemen's war.
Watch Saudi retaliation, airline schedules and Brent crude over the week. A confirmed Nigerian casualty list has not appeared.
DailyDrop Nigeria edition No. 8 · Morning · MON., OCT. 12, 2026