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Several injured in blast at Riyadh airport terminal
A explosion at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh has left multiple people wounded. Authorities are investigating the incident as emergency services responded to the scene.
LSN Sri Lanka ·
An explosion at King Khalid International Airport in the Saudi Arabian capital has resulted in injuries to several people, officials said. The blast occurred at the airport terminal, prompting an immediate emergency response from airport authorities and medical personnel.
First responders attended to the wounded at the scene, though specific details regarding the number of injured and the extent of their injuries remain unclear at this stage. The airport continued operations as investigations into the cause of the explosion commenced.
No immediate claim of responsibility for the incident has been reported. Saudi authorities are conducting a thorough investigation to determine what triggered the blast and whether it was accidental or deliberate in nature.
King Khalid International Airport is one of the Middle East's busiest aviation hubs, serving as a major gateway for travellers to Riyadh. The incident comes amid heightened security measures across major transportation facilities in the region.