Conflict · Riyadh, Saudi Arabia · October 17, 2026

Houthi attacks on Saudi sites disrupt flights and sport

first reported Oct 16, 10:31 AM ET

Yemen's Houthis said they struck Riyadh's airport and other Saudi sites, making Yemen one of the most active fronts in the regional war. Indian airlines cancelled and diverted Riyadh flights, and a BMX qualifier for the 2028 Olympics was cancelled.

The story so far

1. Oct 12Delta postpones Atlanta–Riyadh flights after Houthi attacks
2. Oct 13Delta postpones Atlanta–Riyadh flights after Houthi attacks
3. Oct 17Houthi attacks on Saudi sites disrupt flights and sport

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Sources

• The Hindu ↗
• The Hindu ↗Oct 16, 10:47 PM ET
• CBC News ↗Oct 16, 10:31 AM ET

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