Seventeen Pakistanis Injured in Houthi Attack at Riyadh Airport, Says Ambassador

ISLAMABAD: Seventeen Pakistani nationals sustained injuries during a recent Houthi missile attack at Riyadh Airport, confirmed Pakistan’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Ahmed Farooq. The incident occurred on [insert date], raising concerns over the safety of expatriates in the region.

Ambassador Farooq stated that the injured individuals were promptly taken to nearby hospitals for treatment. He emphasized the embassy’s commitment to ensuring the well-being of Pakistani citizens abroad and is in constant communication with local authorities to monitor the situation closely.

This attack underscores the ongoing tensions in the Middle East and the potential risks faced by Pakistani workers in Saudi Arabia, a country that hosts a significant number of expatriates. The Pakistani government is expected to reassess security measures for its citizens in light of this incident.

In response to the attack, the Pakistani government is likely to engage in discussions with Saudi officials to enhance protective measures for expatriates. Further updates are anticipated as investigations into the attack progress.