The coalition described the event as a new strike on the facility. While air defenses neutralized the cruise missile nearby, the strike on Terminal 4 represents a direct hit on civilian infrastructure at one of Saudi Arabia's primary international gateways.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
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Projectile Hits Riyadh Airport Passenger Terminal 4
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The Saudi-led coalition's air defenses destroyed a cruise missile near the capital's main aviation hub on Oct. 11. During the same attack, an unidentified projectile struck Terminal 4 at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, causing a fire that site authorities are managing. The projectile impacted the passenger terminal, necessitating an immediate response from emergency crews to contain the blaze.
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