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Saudi Arabia halts flights at Riyadh airport amid Houthi attacks

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Saudi Arabia has announced an indefinite suspension of air travel at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh following ongoing Houthi attacks. The airport, one of the busiest in the country, has faced repeated closures due to missile and drone assaults linked to the Iran-aligned Houthi movement from Yemen. The suspension comes amid heightened security concerns, with authorities citing unresolved threats as the reason for the extended closure. This development has led to increased scrutiny on the potential for a broader closure of Saudi airspace. Observers will be closely monitoring statements from Saudi aviation authorities and any potential NOTAMs indicating a wider airspace closure. Developments in Saudi-Houthi relations, including any announcements of ceasefire negotiations or further military engagements, could significantly alter the situation.

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