Death and injuries in an attack at King Fahd International Airport in Dammam
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The General Authority of Civil Aviation in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia announced that an attack targeted King Fahd International Airport in the city of Dammam on the evening of Wednesday, October 21.
According to the official statement issued by the Authority, this attack resulted in the death of one resident, in addition to eight other people sustaining injuries of varying severity. The injured were immediately transported to nearby hospitals to receive the necessary medical care.
The competent security authorities in the Kingdom launched investigations immediately after the incident occurred to collect evidence and determine the circumstances of the attack. Authorities are currently working to strengthen security measures in the vicinity of the airport to ensure the safety of passengers and staff.
The relevant authorities affirm their full commitment to protecting the security of vital facilities in the Kingdom, as investigations continue to identify those involved in this act and bring them to justice in accordance with the established regulations and laws.
Sources: أريبيان بزنس
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