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Saudi Arabia's Riyadh airport partially resumes flights after Houthi attacks
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Author: editorial@africanews.com (Rédaction Africanews)
Source published: 25/10/2026, 14:35:41 UTC
Briefing created: 25/10/2026, 15:02:33 UTC
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Briefings
Saudi Arabia's Riyadh airport temporarily resumed flights following a two-week suspension caused by Houthi strikes on the capital. The announcement was made on October 25, 2026, after the attacks began on October 18, 2026, and the airport had been closed since then.
Key points
- Riyadh International Airport temporarily resumed commercial flights after a two-week suspension due to Houthi attacks on the Saudi capital.
- The airport had been closed since October 18, 2026, when the Houthis launched strikes on the city.
Context
The airport's closure was initiated by the Houthis, who targeted the Saudi capital. Resumption occurred after the two-week suspension period ended on October 25, 2026.
Limitations
Evidence is limited to the announcement date and the two-week suspension period. No specific flight numbers, passenger counts, or detailed attack casualty figures are provided.
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