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12 killed, 300+ hurt in strike on Riyadh airport
The dead include one American, and officials have not publicly settled who is responsible; the strike deepens fears of a wider regional conflict.
On air: Chip Darnell and Hank Ledger on Meet the PressurePublished
At a glance
- First reported by CBS News: “At least 12 killed, more than 300 hurt in strike on Saudi airport, officials say”.
- Covered on BBN on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at 9:36 AM ET on Meet the Pressure, by Chip Darnell and Hank Ledger.
- Topics: Riyadh, Saudi.
- BBN covered this story before: Houthis warn against using Riyadh airport after deadly attack (October 11).
The real story
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What BBN said about it
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorA strike on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport on Saturday has killed at least twelve people, including one American.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorThree hundred and nine others were hurt, according to CBS News, which cites officials. It marks an escalation in the regional conflict.
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorDetails on who is responsible remain thin. We will pass along what is confirmed when we have it.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorOur thoughts are with the families, and with everyone working through the airport tonight.
The story so far
- Houthis Hit Aden Airport; Coalition Immigration Plan Not Fully Costed · The Guardian
- Saudi Airlines Cancel Flights After Missiles Intercepted Over Riyadh · Reuters
- Riyadh Blasts Reported; S&P Futures Up 0.28% · AP News
- Russia Denies Second Plague Case; Riyadh Airport Hit · Sky News
- Riyadh Airport Attacks Kill 3 Saudi Citizens, AP Reports · AP News
- Houthis warn against using Riyadh airport after deadly attack · The Guardian
- 12 killed, 300+ hurt in strike on Riyadh airport (this story)
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