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Houthi Attack Closes King Khalid Airport, Cancels 600+ Flights
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- Houthi militants struck King Khalid International Airport, killing 12 and injuring 309.
- The attack occurred on Saturday, October 10, 2026, and forced the airport to close.
- Four Saudis and eight foreign nationals were among the dead, Saudi officials said.
- The airport cancelled over 600 flights on Sunday.
- U.S. President Donald Trump said he was considering joining Saudi strikes against the Houthis.