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Indian man dies after Riyadh airport attack, embassy says
An Indian man from Hyderabad has died after being injured in an attack at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
His family was also affected: three relatives were injured, according to a statement by politician Asaduddin Owaisi.
The Indian Embassy said at least 10 Indians were among more than 300 people injured in the attack.
The airport had faced several attacks in the preceding days, and Saudi Arabia blamed Houthi militants.
India condemned the attacks and said civilian deaths and damage to infrastructure were unacceptable.
The embassy is in contact with the man’s family and says it will help bring his remains back to India.
It has also advised Indians in Saudi Arabia to stay alert, follow local authorities’ instructions and remain indoors when necessary.
An Indian national died after being injured in an attack at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, the Indian Embassy said on October 11.
The Embassy said at least 10 Indians were among more than 300 people injured in the attack.
Asaduddin Owaisi said the deceased man was from Mehdipatnam in Hyderabad and three of his family members were injured.
India condemned repeated attacks on Riyadh’s airport, calling them unacceptable and saying they must cease immediately.
Saudi Arabia has blamed Houthi militants for the attack.
- Who
- An Indian national, identified by Asaduddin Owaisi as Yousuf, died. At least 10 other Indians were among the injured.
- What
- An attack at Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport injured more than 300 people; the Indian national later died.
- When
- The death was reported on October 11, 2026. The man died the day after being injured, according to The Hindu’s headline.
- Where
- King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
- Why
- Not stated. Saudi Arabia blamed Houthi militants for the attack.
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
We are in touch with the family and will provide all support for ensuring the early repatriation of mortal remains.
We strongly condemn the repeated attacks on Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport over the past few days, including the dastardly attack on October 10, which have led to loss of lives, injuries and damage to property.
It’s been confirmed that Yousuf sahab has passed away in the attack. Innalilahi wa inna ilahir rajioon.
India’s Ministry of External Affairs referred to an attack on Riyadh’s airport that day.
The Indian Embassy said an Indian national had died after being injured and that at least 10 Indians were among those injured.
- Airport
- King Khalid International Airport, Riyadh
- Indian casualties
- At least 10 Indians were among the injured
- Total injuries
- More than 300 people
- Deceased man
- Yousuf, from Mehdipatnam in Hyderabad, according to Asaduddin Owaisi
- Report date
- October 11, 2026
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