World · Middle East · 11 hrs ago
Indonesia Urges Umrah Pilgrims in Saudi Arabia to Avoid Risky Areas
Indonesia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has urged Indonesian citizens in Saudi Arabia, including umrah pilgrims, to stay alert and avoid areas considered risky.
The warning comes amid worsening security concerns in the Middle East.
A reported attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh on October 10 killed 12 people and injured 309, though authorities said they were still confirming the number of injured.
Saudi authorities suspended airport operations while they assessed damage and checked safety.
Indonesia’s embassy said it had no reports of Indonesians killed or injured, but possible Indonesian victims among the injured still needed confirmation.
Pilgrims already in Saudi Arabia should stay in contact with their tour operators, follow local authorities’ instructions and rely on official updates.
Those who have not yet left should check flight and departure information with their tour operators before making travel decisions.
Indonesia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah urged Indonesians in Saudi Arabia, including Umrah pilgrims, to avoid risky areas as security conditions in the Middle East developed.
The ministry advised people to stay calm, follow local authorities’ instructions and rely on official information.
Pilgrims already in Saudi Arabia were asked to coordinate with their travel organizers and monitor travel updates.
Those who have not departed were told to confirm schedules and flight status with their organizers and official sources.
The warning followed a reported attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh that killed 12 people and injured 309, according to the article.
- Who
- Indonesia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah urged Indonesians in Saudi Arabia, including Umrah pilgrims, to take precautions.
- What
- It advised them to avoid risky areas, follow local authorities’ instructions and use official information.
- When
- The advisory was reported on October 12, 2026.
- Where
- Saudi Arabia, including King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh.
- Why
- The ministry cited developing security conditions in the Middle East. A reported airport attack had also prompted the temporary suspension of airport operations.
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We urge Indonesians in Saudi Arabia, including Umrah pilgrims, to remain calm and increase their vigilance. Avoid risky locations, obey the applicable rules, and follow the directions of local authorities. Safety must be the priority.
We ask pilgrims who have not departed to keep coordinating with their travel organizers and verify departure information through official sources. Follow government instructions and do not hesitate to ask the organizer for clarification if there are changes to the schedule or travel requirements.
As of the time this release was issued, there were no reports of Indonesian citizens being victims in the incident. Information about the possibility of Indonesian citizens among the injured still requires further confirmation.
An attack reportedly targeted King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, killing 12 people and injuring 309.
Indonesia’s embassy in Riyadh said it had no reports of Indonesian citizens killed or injured in the attack, while information about possible Indonesian injuries still needed confirmation.
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah urged Indonesians in Saudi Arabia, including Umrah pilgrims, to avoid risky areas and follow official guidance.
- Advisory date
- October 12, 2026
- Issuing body
- Indonesia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah
- Airport targeted
- King Khalid International Airport, Riyadh
- Reported deaths
- 12
- Reported injuries
- 309
- Airport operations
- Temporarily suspended pending damage assessment and safety checks
Sources
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