Riyadh Airspace Restricted Following Houthi Airport Strike

The skies over the Saudi Arabian capital of Riyadh remained largely empty on Monday following a series of deadly strikes on the city's airport. The attacks, attributed to Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthi movement, have caused significant disruptions to air travel in the region.

Aviation analytics firm Cirium reported that approximately 60 percent of scheduled flights were expected to be cancelled as a direct result of the incident. The reduction in air traffic reflects the immediate impact of the security situation on the capital's primary transportation hub.

The strikes have prompted a notable shift in the operational status of Riyadh’s airspace. While the airport is a critical node for both domestic and international travel, the current environment has led to a widespread suspension of scheduled services.

Authorities have yet to provide a comprehensive timeline for the resumption of normal flight operations. The situation remains under observation as the impact of the strikes continues to affect aviation logistics throughout the capital.