Flames appeared near King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh on Saturday, and a thick cloud of black smoke rose into the sky. The incident came several hours after Saudi authorities issued the capital's residents their first warning of possible air attacks. BBC News ↗
Residents of Riyadh reported seeing fire and smoke in the vicinity of the airport. Explosions had reportedly been heard in the capital earlier. Saudi Arabia had warned citizens of danger in and around the metropolis during the night leading into Saturday. RTE News ↗
The exact cause of the fire, as well as the origin of the explosions, have not yet been officially clarified. According to available reports, the Saudi government has not immediately commented on the situation. It has also not been confirmed whether airport facilities or other infrastructure in the surrounding area were affected by the incident. novinky.cz ↗
Air traffic at Riyadh's main airport was disrupted. The Flightradar24 portal recorded significant restrictions in traffic, while other reports also mentioned flight limitations. The extent of delays, possible cancellations, and the impact on passengers have not yet been specified. idnes.cz ↗
The situation unfolded amid rising tension in the region. Further developments will depend on the official investigation into the cause of the fire, the assessment of the security situation, and the decision of Saudi authorities regarding the airport's continued operation.
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| 15:36 19.09.
Flames and smoke seen near Riyadh airport after warnings
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| 14:12 19.09.
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| 15:34 19.09.
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