Pilot killed in attacks by Iran-backed Houthis on Riyadh airport; Saudi-led coalition vows 'firm' response
Two attacks were launched on Saudi Arabia's King Khalid International Airport Thursday, officials said.
CNBC reports that two attacks were launched on Saudi Arabia's King Khalid International Airport Thursday, officials said.
This business story centres on Saudi Arabia. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Iran-backed Houthis, Riyadh and Saudi Arabia's King Khalid.
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- Iran-backed Houthis, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia's King Khalid, International Airport Thursday
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