# Houthi attacks on Saudi aviation and oil infrastructure > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/houthi-attacks-on-riyadh-airport-and-aviation-disruptions > Updated: 2026-10-26T06:13:00.000Z. Sources: 405. Developments: 7. The security situation in Saudi Arabia has escalated following missile and drone attacks by the Houthi movement, targeting King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Aramco facilities in Yanbu, and the Shaybah oil field. These strikes have caused significant aviation disruptions and casualties, including an October 10 attack that killed 12 people and injured over 300, and an October 11 strike that killed one person and injured 11 others. On October 12, Delta Air Lines postponed its planned nonstop service between Atlanta and Riyadh until March 2027 due to the violence. Other regional carriers, including Gulf Air, Qatar Airways, Etihad, and EgyptAir, have also announced flight cancellations or suspensions to and from Riyadh. The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a warning to U.S. airlines regarding safety-of-flight risks and potential navigation interference. On October 20 and 21, 2026, a new wave of attacks targeted critical infrastructure. An incident at King Fahd International Airport in Dammam resulted in two deaths—a Saudi citizen and an Indian resident—and eight injuries. In the eastern province, Saudi air defenses intercepted a drone targeting an Aramco-operated facility at the Shaybah oil field; debris from the interception killed a Nepali national and a Filipino national, and injured a Pakistani and an Indian national. While Saudi Aramco reported that operations at the Shaybah field were not affected, the attacks have driven global energy markets higher, with Brent crude rising above $110 per barrel. By October 24, flight disruptions extended to routes between Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia, affecting approximately 22,000 passengers. Following the October 21 attack on King Fahd International Airport, Aden Airways cancelled several flights, reporting that one of its aircraft was damaged during the shelling. The airline stated it is conducting technical inspections and offering passengers the option to transfer bookings without fees or request full refunds. ## Claims - An attack on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam killed one person and injured eight others. (disputed by 24 sources) - King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah and King Fahd International Airport in Dammam remain operational. (disputed by 3 sources) - Attacks at King Fahd International Airport in Dammam killed two people and injured eight others. (disputed by 3 sources) - Major Vietnamese fuel companies Petrolimex and PVOIL reduced retail fuel prices by 300 to 350 VND per liter. (disputed) - The Vietnamese Ministry of Industry and Trade adjusted fuel prices, including a 732 VND/liter reduction for E5RON92. (disputed) - A drone attack targeting the Shaybah oil field was intercepted by Saudi air defenses. (corroborated by 28 sources) - A drone was intercepted in the Eastern Province. (corroborated by 25 sources) - The interception of the drone resulted in the deaths of a Nepali and a Filipino national. (corroborated by 23 sources) - Brent crude oil prices exceeded 110 dollars per barrel. (corroborated by 23 sources) - The U.S. State Department ordered non-emergency employees and their families to depart from Saudi Arabia. (corroborated by 21 sources) - Houthi attacks have targeted civilian airports and critical infrastructure in Saudi Arabia. (corroborated by 20 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-26: Saudi Arabia intercepts Houthi ballistic missile targeting Riyadh Saudi Arabia intercepted a Houthi ballistic missile targeting Riyadh. Greece has agreed to maintain its Patriot air defense system in the kingdom following increased rebel attacks on infrastructure. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/saudi-arabia-intercepts-houthi-ballistic-missile-targeting-riyadh-4 ### 2026-10-25: Aden Airways cancels flights following attack on Dammam airport Aden Airways cancelled flights after one of its aircraft was damaged during a shelling at Dammam's King Fahd International Airport on October 21, 2026. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aden-airways-cancels-flights-following-attack-on-dammam-airport ### 2026-10-24: Flight disruptions affect 22,000 passengers on Dhaka-Saudi routes Security concerns at Saudi Arabian airports following Houthi rebel attacks have disrupted 144 flights, affecting over 22,000 passengers on direct and transit routes to and from Bangladesh. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/flight-disruptions-affect-22000-passengers-on-dhaka-saudi-routes ### 2026-10-21: Saudi Arabian airport closures drive surge in private jet costs Missile attacks in Saudi Arabia have halted flights at Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport, causing private jet rental prices to surge and forcing travelers to use alternative routes. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/saudi-arabian-airport-closures-drive-surge-in-private-jet-costs ### 2026-10-20: Saudi Arabia intercepts Houthi missiles targeting key infrastructure Saudi Arabia intercepted Houthi ballistic missiles targeting Riyadh, Taif, Yanbu, and holy cities, while rebels claimed strikes on major oil facilities and airports, driving up global oil prices. 374 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/king-khalid-international-airport-reopens-with-limited-traffic-after-houthi-strikes ### 2026-10-14: Riyadh airport attacks trigger widespread flight cancellations Houthi attacks on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport and oil facilities have caused massive flight cancellations, with many airlines extending suspensions and private jet prices surging. 40 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/saudi-arabia-flight-services-disrupted-by-security-threats ### 2026-10-12: Riyadh airport attacks force Delta to delay Saudi service Delta Air Lines has delayed its new Atlanta-Riyadh nonstop service until March 2027 following deadly Houthi attacks on King Khalid International Airport. 17 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/delta-air-lines-delays-riyadh-flights-until-march-2027 --- Cite as: Houthi attacks on Saudi aviation and oil infrastructure. 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