RIYADH: A Saudi airline aircraft caught fire at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh following a reported missile attack, causing severe damage to the plane.
According to Reuters, the aircraft was parked at the airport and had no passengers on board at the time of the incident. Authorities had not immediately confirmed whether there were any casualties.
The Houthi militia claimed responsibility for targeting Riyadh Airport and Saudi facilities, while also threatening further attacks against Saudi Arabia.
Meanwhile, the Saudi-led coalition claimed to have intercepted ballistic missiles heading towards Riyadh.
The incident also disrupted flight operations at the airport. Further details regarding the extent of the damage, the circumstances of the fire, and the overall impact on airport operations were yet to emerge.