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Indian killed, 11 injured in Houthi attack on Riyadh airport
The Ministry of External Affairs condemned coordinated attacks by Houthi militants on Saudi Arabia's capital, which claimed the life of one Indian national and left 11 others wounded. Indian officials said they were coordinating with Saudi authorities to assess the condition of the injured.
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One Indian national was killed and 11 others sustained injuries in attacks launched by Houthi militants on Riyadh airport in Saudi Arabia, the Ministry of External Affairs confirmed on Tuesday. The MEA issued a statement condemning the coordinated strikes, describing them as acts of violence targeting civilian infrastructure.
The Indian embassy in Riyadh has been actively engaged with Saudi authorities to obtain updated information on the well-being of the injured Indian nationals, according to official sources. Efforts were underway to provide necessary consular assistance to those affected by the incident.
The attacks underscore the persistent security challenges faced by the Kingdom as it continues to grapple with cross-border strikes by the Iranian-backed militant group. The incident marks another reminder of the risks faced by Indian nationals working in the Gulf region, where more than nine million citizens from India are employed across various sectors.
The MEA's statement reflected India's solidarity with Saudi Arabia and its stance against such attacks on civilian areas. New Delhi has consistently condemned violence targeting infrastructure and civilian populations in the Middle East region.