Death Toll Rises to 14 Following Riyadh Airport Attack
An Indian national has died from injuries sustained in the October 10 attack, increasing the total fatalities to 14.
The latest victim was critically injured in the October 10 Houthi attack.
The Indian Embassy confirmed the death, offering condolences and support for repatriation.
The attacks have drawn international condemnation and led to flight cancellations.
An Indian citizen has tragically passed away from critical injuries sustained during the October 10 attack on Riyadh airport, raising the total death toll from this incident to 14. The Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia confirmed the news on November 4, stating that the individual succumbed to his injuries in the ICU, 25 days after the attack that shocked the nation.
The embassy expressed deep sorrow over the loss, stating, "With a heavy heart, we share that another Indian national, critically injured in the October 10 attack on Riyadh airport, has passed away in ICU." The identity of the deceased has not yet been disclosed. The embassy has been in close contact with the family during the treatment process and continues to provide support following the man's passing, including assistance with repatriation or funeral arrangements as per the family's wishes.
The October 10 attack, attributed to Yemen's Houthi forces, resulted in multiple fatalities, including 4 Saudi citizens and 10 foreign nationals from various countries. Among the deceased were 2 Indians, 2 Bangladeshis, and other nationals, including an American and an Egyptian. The first Indian victim was identified as Yousuf Sahab from Hyderabad, as confirmed by Asaduddin Owaisi, a prominent Indian politician.
The attacks on Saudi Arabia's King Khalid International Airport have sparked outrage globally, with nations such as the UAE, US, and Egypt condemning the assaults as violations of Saudi sovereignty. In response to the escalating violence, several international airlines, including flydubai and Air France, have suspended flights to and from Riyadh, reflecting the heightened security concerns.
The conflict involving the Houthis has intensified since July 2026, following a period of dormancy. The group has vowed to target Saudi infrastructure in retaliation for the Kingdom's support of the Yemeni government forces. The Saudi-led coalition has promised to respond decisively to these attacks, emphasizing that such actions will not go unpunished.
