A missile fired by Houthi fighters in Yemen struck Riyadh Airport on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 3:00 PM local time (12:00 GMT), according to a diplomatic source. Prior to the strike, witnesses reported an evacuation of the airport grounds. The Saudi Arabian civil aviation authority has announced a temporary suspension of all operations at Riyadh Airport following the attack. The incident marks a recent escalation in tensions between Saudi Arabia and the Houthi movement. Details regarding casualties and the extent of the damage to Riyadh Airport are still emerging. This attack comes amid ongoing conflict in Yemen and regional instability. The Saudi government has yet to issue a full statement regarding the incident.