Dammam:The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) of Saudi Arabia has confirmed that the death toll from an attack targeting King Fahd International Airport in Dammam has risen to two.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the fatalities include a Saudi citizen and an Indian resident. The attack occurred on Wednesday evening, October 21.
Eight individuals remain injured, comprising one Saudi citizen, two Indian residents, two Yemeni residents, two Bangladeshi residents, and one Nepalese resident. Their injuries vary from minor to critical, and they are currently receiving treatment at multiple hospitals.
GACA is collaborating with relevant security authorities to evaluate the damage and implement measures to ensure the safety of passengers and airport staff. The agency has confirmed that airport operations have resumed, with air traffic returning to normal.