BackIran live updates: 1 dead, 11 injured in attack on Saudi airport, officials say
A brutal attack at Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport left at least one dead and 11 injured, with some reports suggesting up to a dozen fatalities, according to Saudi aviation authorities.
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Saudi officials reported a violent incident at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh on Saturday. The Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation described the event as "brutal" and confirmed at least one death and 11 injuries. Separate statements indicated that the death toll could be higher, with some sources mentioning up to a dozen people killed. Details about the perpetrators, motives, or the exact sequence of events were not provided in the initial report. The incident has been highlighted in international news feeds, reflecting ongoing tensions in the region.
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