Twelve people died on Saturday when a Houthi missile struck King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, according to Breitbart. One of the victims was an American citizen. The attack also injured more than 300 others at the busy travel hub.
President Trump is now deciding whether to join Saudi-led strikes against the terror group. He told reporters outside the White House that he has not made a final call yet. The President stated he would move very quickly once a decision is reached.
A third attack this week on King Khalid International Airport in Saudi Arabia’s capital has injured several people, according to the country’s Civil Aviation Authority. Video showed damage inside the building. https://t.co/9FMzfEpqck
— Al Jazeera English (@AJEnglish) October 10, 2026
Iran-backed Houthi terrorists launched the assault on the airport complex housing two passenger terminals. Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation confirmed the death toll and the number of injuries. Among the dead were four Saudis, two Bangladeshis, and citizens from Egypt, Jordan, Syria, Sudan, and Palestine.
Explosions tore through the facility, prompting witnesses to describe scenes of panic. Medical teams struggled to treat the influx of casualties.
“Have you decided whether to join the Saudi strikes on the Houthis?”
@POTUS: “We may. We’re going to look at it. We just found out about the recent attack, so we’ll make a decision. We move very quickly.” https://t.co/8aUAneK2xB
— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) October 10, 2026
President Trump warned that the United States may hit the Houthis after this deadly event. He acknowledged the severity of the situation while noting the US had just learned about the recent attack.
The Houthi group has already threatened more attacks on civilian areas. A spokesperson warned that airports have become “a theatre of operations for our forces.” They urged “everyone to take our warnings seriously” and accused Saudi Arabia of bearing “responsibility for any failed interceptions.”
The United States strongly condemns the recent attacks on the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia by the terrorist Houthis, including today’s strike on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh that took numerous innocent lives, including an American citizen.
These reprehensible attacks demonstrate a blatant disregard for innocent civilian life. They must stop now.
We stand with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its people and extend our condolences to the victims and their families.
— Secretary Marco Rubio (@SecRubio) October 10, 2026
Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a strong statement condemning the violence. He wrote that the attacks show a “blatant disregard for innocent civilian life.” Rubio stated that the United States stands with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its people.
Tensions have been rising for weeks as the Houthis intensify their missile campaign. This was the third strike on Riyadh’s main international airport this week. Reports indicate that Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has pushed for US military action against the group.
Security Alert: U.S. Mission Saudi Arabia (October 10, 2026)
The U.S. Mission is aware of attacks on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh on October 10 and strongly recommends all U.S. citizens avoid this airport and surrounding areas.
U.S. government employees working in Saudi Arabia require special authorization to use the King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh.
U.S. citizens should be aware of potential flight cancellations, airspace closures, and travel disruptions. We recommend checking your flight departure status directly with the airline and with the airport.
U.S. Government Employee Travel Restrictions:
U.S. government employees working in Saudi Arabia require special authorization to use the King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. U.S. government employees working in Saudi Arabia are not allowed to travel within 20 miles of the Yemen border due to safety risks and need special authorization for travel to the provinces of Jizan, Asir, Najran, and the cities of Qatif, Yanbu, and Taif.Read more: https://t.co/uBrNoUIE3W
— U.S. Embassy Riyadh (@USAinKSA) October 10, 2026
The Houthis claimed they adhered to a previous cease-fire regarding Red Sea vessels. However, this new assault on civilian infrastructure marks a sharp escalation in the conflict. The US government is now reviewing its options for direct intervention. The American citizen killed in this attack brings the threat directly home to families across the nation.
The recent Houthi attack on King Khalid International Airport has killed twelve people, including an American, Egyptian, Jordanian, Syrian, Palestinian, and Sudanese individuals, with 309 individuals being injured. A number are still in critical condition. Per a release from the Saudi-led coalition, the joint forces will respond “decisively” to the attack. Expect a notable increase in Saudi strikes against the Houthi seat of power, Sanaa, Yemen.
— OSINTdefender (@sentdefender) October 10, 2026
