New Delhi: An Indian national killed in fresh attack on Riyadh Airport on Saturday, the Embassy of India in Riyadh confirmed on Sunday. This tragic news came hours after the embassy said 11 Indians among those injured in the deadly attack on October 9. Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi identified him as Mohammad Yousuf Ali and said his wife and two children were also injured.
"His son is undergoing knee surgery, another son is in the hospital and three of his toes have been cut off. His daughter and wife are safe. His aunt (chachi) was with them, and suffered injuries to the head but is out of danger," Owaisi said in a post on X.
"They were at the airport, preparing to travel to Medina for Umrah, when a roof collapsed due to the attack, resulting in Mr. Yousuf Ali’s death. His two sons were injured, while his daughter and wife are safe. I have also spoken to the Indian Embassy in Riyadh. They are aware of the situation, and we are taking the necessary steps. The family is a resident of Hyderabad" says AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi to ANI on the loss of life of an Indian national in the Riyadh attack
"It is learnt that one Indian national injured in the Riyadh attack has unfortunately lost his life today. We convey our heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased. We are in touch with the family and will provide all support for ensuring the early repatriation of mortal remains," the Embassy said while sharing an update regarding Riyadh Airport attack on October 10.
Indian Embassy in touch with those injured in Riyadh Airport attack
Earlier today, the Embassy said that officials have contacted Saudi authorities to check on their condition and have also reached out to the hospitals treating them after 11 of the Indians injured in Saturday attack. The Embassy has assured that it is providing all possible assistance to the injured Indians and their families. Further updates will be shared as more information becomes available.
"It is learnt that 11 Indians are among those injured in the attack. Embassy has been in touch with local authorities to enquire about their well being. Our officials have also reached out to the hospital authorities. We will provide further updates as they become available," read the post of the Embassy on X.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also noted that the Indian Embassy is doing everything necessary. "Our Embassy is doing everything necessary in this difficult situation. May follow their updates," he said on X, sharing the post of the Embassy.
What happened at Riyadh Airport on October 9?
Anattack targeting King Khalid International Airport in the Saudi capital on Saturday afternoon killed 12 people and injured 309 others, the Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation said, as Yemen's Houthi group and Saudi Arabia continued exchanging strikes on major airports.
The Saudi aviation authority said in a statement early Sunday that the fatalities included four Saudi citizens and eight foreign residents -- two Bangladeshis and one each from the United States, Egypt, Jordan, Syria, Palestine, and Sudan, Xinhua news agency reported.
The injured are receiving treatment at several hospitals, with some in serious condition, the authority said.
The authority said in an earlier statement that operations at the airport had been temporarily suspended pending damage assessments and safety checks.
Following the Saturday attack, the Houthi group said in a statement that it was ready for reciprocal measures with Saudi Arabia to keep airports, seaports, and other facilities with humanitarian functions outside the escalating military confrontation.
(With inputs from agencies)
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