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Indian pilgrim dies after roof collapse in Riyadh airport attack
Reported by Varun Krishnan (Senior Writer) · Hindustan Times - India ·
Confirmed by a second source: Indian Express - India
An Indian pilgrim, Mohammed Yusuf Ali, died after a roof collapse at Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport during the Houthi‑linked attack on Saturday.
What Happened
Ali was part of a 13‑member Umrah group waiting for a transit flight when a section of the airport roof fell on him. The attack injured at least ten Indians and killed 12 people of various nationalities, with more than 300 overall injuries.
Reaction
The Indian embassy on X said it is coordinating with the family and will arrange swift repatriation of the body. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar posted his condolences, promising all possible assistance to the relatives.
Context
The incident marks the deadliest strike on a Gulf nation since the Iran‑related conflict escalated in February, when Houthi forces targeted civilian and military sites across the region. Families of the victims, including Ali’s wife Sameera, daughters and injured sons, now face medical treatment and the loss of a loved one.
ExplainerWhy this matters
What Happened
A Houthi‑affiliated strike hit King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, causing part of the roof to collapse. Mohammed Yusuf Ali, travelling with a group of 13 pilgrims for Umrah, was struck and later died.
Why It Matters
The attack highlights the expanding reach of the Iran‑aligned Houthi movement into civilian infrastructure, raising security concerns for Indian travelers in the Gulf and prompting diplomatic coordination for victim support.
What Happens Next
Indian authorities will continue to assist the family with medical and repatriation needs, while the government monitors the security situation and may issue travel advisories for Indians in Saudi Arabia.
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