The death toll from an attack on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam has risen to two, Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) said in a follow-up statement dated October 22, 2026.
The two fatalities are one Saudi citizen and one Indian resident. Eight people remain injured, with wounds ranging from minor to critical. The injured include one Saudi citizen and residents of Indian, Yemeni, Bangladeshi and Nepalese nationality. All are receiving treatment across several hospitals, GACA said.
The attack took place on the evening of Wednesday, October 21. GACA said it is working with relevant authorities to assess damage to the airport’s facilities and verify their safety. The authority confirmed that airport operations have resumed and air traffic has returned to normal.
