US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News: Jordan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates has strongly condemned the deadly Houthi militia attacks targeting King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and Abha International Airport in Saudi Arabia. The ministry declared the strikes a flagrant violation of Saudi sovereignty, a severe threat to regional stability, and a blatant breach of international law and the UN Charter.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News: Details of the Incident
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The Attacks: Two distinct attacks launched on October 8, 2026, targeted the civilian infrastructure of the Riyadh airport. The first strike hit airport facilities, while the second struck an empty Saudia Airlines aircraft, causing significant damage.
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Casualties: The General Authority of Civil Aviation confirmed that the strikes killed three Saudi citizens, including a prominent Saudia Airlines pilot, Captain Hamoud Ali Al-Kalthami. Several others were wounded in the blasts.
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Responsibility: The Iran-aligned Houthi rebels claimed responsibility, stating they targeted the capital’s airport using a ballistic missile. The incident marks the deadliest assault inside the Kingdom since Saudi-led coalition forces launched a major renewed offensive against the group.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News: Jordan’s Official Response
Ambassador Fuad Al-Majali, the spokesperson for Jordan’s Foreign Ministry, reaffirmed Amman’s absolute solidarity with Saudi Arabia. The Jordanian government explicitly backed all defensive and political measures taken by Riyadh to protect its security, critical infrastructure, citizens, and residents.
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