Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation announced that King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Jazan and Najran International Airport were targeted in two attacks on the evening of October 5, 2026, marking another significant development amid the growing regional escalation linked to the conflict in Yemen.

The authority said emergency teams and relevant government agencies responded immediately after the incidents, following approved procedures and emergency plans. The response focused on dealing with the immediate effects of the attacks while maintaining the required safety measures at the two airports.

According to the official information, three people sustained minor injuries as a result of the incidents. The injured individuals were transferred to hospital to receive the necessary medical care. The attacks also caused material damage to facilities at the two airports, with authorities continuing to assess the impact.

The General Authority of Civil Aviation stressed that it is working in coordination with the relevant security agencies to evaluate the damage and take all necessary measures to protect passengers and airport employees. The authority also emphasized the importance of maintaining the security and safety of Saudi Arabia’s civil aviation system.

The attacks come as tensions surrounding Yemen have sharply increased, with the internationally recognized Yemeni government and forces supporting it engaged in operations against the Houthis. Saudi Arabia has also faced a series of attacks during the latest escalation, while regional governments have expressed concern over the impact of the conflict on civilian infrastructure, transportation and maritime security.

The targeting of airports is particularly significant because these facilities serve passengers, airline employees and other civilian operations. Saudi authorities are therefore continuing to monitor the situation and implement the necessary security and operational measures under established emergency procedures.

For now, Saudi authorities have confirmed that the three injuries were minor, while damage assessments and coordination between aviation and security agencies remain ongoing. The latest developments are being closely monitored as the wider regional escalation continues to affect security conditions around Saudi Arabia and Yemen.

Source verification: Saudi Civil Aviation Authority details are corroborated by current reporting from Arab News and Anadolu Agency.