One person has been killed and eight others injured following an attack on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, eastern Saudi Arabia, according to the Saudi Civil Aviation Authority.
The incident took place late on Wednesday, October 21, with authorities confirming the casualties early Thursday. The airport, located along the Persian Gulf near Bahrain and Qatar, also sustained material damage during the attack.
In its statement, the Saudi Civil Aviation Authority said officials were assessing the extent of the damage caused to the airport. Further details about the nature of the attack, the identities of those affected and the circumstances surrounding the incident were not immediately available in the reported information.
The attack has also affected flight operations in the area. Global flight-tracking service Flightradar24 reported overnight on Thursday through a post on X that flights were being diverted away from King Fahd International Airport.
The disruption raises concerns for passengers travelling through one of eastern Saudi Arabia’s key aviation hubs. Travellers scheduled to fly to or from Dammam may need to check with their airlines for the latest information about flight schedules, diversions and possible delays.
Authorities are assessing the material damage, while further official updates are awaited regarding the incident and its impact on airport operations.
The attack comes amid heightened attention to aviation security in the region. However, the available report does not establish who was responsible or provide further details about the cause of the incident.
Passengers are advised to follow official airport announcements and airline notifications for verified travel updates.
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