Saudi Civil Aviation: Two Attacks Targeted Jazan and Najran Airports

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The General Authority of Civil Aviation in Saudi Arabia announced that on the evening of Monday, October 5, 2026, King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Jazan and Najran International Airport were subjected to two attacks targeting their facilities. Emergency teams and relevant authorities immediately began responding to the attacks as soon as they occurred, in accordance with approved procedures and plans.

The authority stated in a statement that these attacks resulted in three minor injuries and material damages, and the injured were transported to the hospital to receive the necessary medical care.

It added that it is working, in continuous integration and coordination with the relevant security authorities, to assess the damages and take all necessary measures to ensure the safety of travelers and workers, and to maintain the security and safety of the civil aviation system in the Kingdom.

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