Lufthansa, Indian airlines suspend flights to Riyadh after Houthi attacks - Reuters

Lufthansa Group airlines and Air India announced on Thursday that they will suspend all flights to Riyadh. The decision applies to the carriers’ scheduled services to the Saudi Arabian capital.

The suspension follows renewed threats from Yemen’s Houthi movement, which has claimed responsibility for an attack on Riyadh’s airport. The group said the security situation prompted the airlines to halt operations until conditions are reassessed.

The Houthi organization, aligned with Iran, has recently intensified its campaign against commercial aviation in the region. It has warned airlines that it will target aircraft and infrastructure linked to Saudi Arabia.

Both Lufthansa and Air India indicated that the suspension is effective immediately and will remain in place while safety concerns are evaluated. Passengers with existing bookings were advised to contact the airlines for rebooking or refunds.

No further details were provided regarding the duration of the suspension or whether additional carriers might take similar action.