Air India has cancelled all flights to and from Riyadh, Dammam and Jeddah until October 20, citing the evolving situation in Saudi Arabia. In an official statement issued on Friday, the airline said it was closely monitoring developments and continuously assessing the situation to ensure flights could resume safely.

Full Refunds for Affected Passengers

According to Air India, passengers affected by the cancellations will receive full refunds. The airline emphasized that the safety of passengers and crew remains its highest priority.

Indian Embassy Issues Safety Advisory

Earlier, the Indian Embassy advised Indian nationals in Saudi Arabia to follow instructions issued by local authorities and remain indoors in the event of an aerial attack. Indian citizens who urgently need to leave Saudi Arabia were advised to consider available flight options through neighboring countries, including Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar.

Indian National Reportedly Killed in Attack

According to the source report, an attack by Iran-backed Houthi rebels on an international airport in Saudi Arabia killed one Indian national and injured 10 others. The airline's flight cancellations come amid the evolving security situation.