On October 9, 2026, an attack struck Riyadh airport, killing 12 people and injuring 309, including a French citizen. The violence disrupted travel and prompted concern.
The French Ministry of Foreign Affairs attributed the attack to the Houthis, describing it as an "attaque odieuse conduite par les Houthis." This attribution came from the French government’s statement.
🚨 SHOCKING VISUALS FROM RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA 🇸🇦 A missile attack by Iran-backed Houthi rebels from Yemen on King Khalid International Airport has left 12 people dead and over 300 injured, including a US citizen. 🇺🇸 Meanwhile, After Pakistan's failure to help its umah brother, US President Donald Trump has hinted at joining Saudi strikes against the Houthis, saying: “We may. We’re going to look at it… We move very quickly.” This isn't distant crossfire anymore, it's a full-scale international inferno. https://t.co/TfSPgNYTKY
On October 11, 2026, the Quai d'Orsay urged the Houthis to "cesser immédiatement leurs attaques," calling for an immediate halt to hostilities.
On October 11, 2026, the Quai d'Orsay urged the Houthis to "cesser immédiatement leurs attaques," calling for an immediate halt to hostilities.
In the same statement, France expressed "sa totale solidarité avec le Royaume d’Arabie saoudite," affirming support for Saudi Arabia’s defense of its territory and infrastructure.
At least 12 people have been killed and more than 300 injured in an attack on Riyadh’s international airport, claimed by the Iran-backed Houthi movement. Saudi Arabia has suspended airport operations and vowed to retaliate, as the strikes escalate tensions across the region. US President Donald Trump says Washington is considering joining Saudi strikes against the Houthis.
The attack left 12 dead and over 300 injured. The incident prompted a diplomatic response from France, which condemned the attack, demanded a cease‑fire, and pledged solidarity with Saudi Arabia.