One person was killed and eight others injured in an attack on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, eastern Saudi Arabia, on Wednesday evening, October 21, 2026, according to the country’s General Authority of Civil Aviation.

The authority said the injured were taken to hospitals for treatment, with injuries ranging from minor to critical. Officials are assessing the extent of the material damage caused by the incident.

Authorities have not publicly specified the nature of the attack or identified those responsible.

The incident comes amid escalating regional tensions and a series of attacks affecting Saudi airports and energy infrastructure. The latest developments have raised concerns about civilian safety, aviation operations, and broader regional stability.

The United States has also ordered non-emergency government employees and their families to leave Saudi Arabia, citing security concerns linked to the growing hostilities.

The attack has added to concerns over possible travel disruptions and the wider impact of the regional conflict. Further details are expected as Saudi authorities continue their assessment.