Indian Embassy in Riyadh updates travel advisory for Indian nationals amid Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia (Credit: Facebook)
\n\nThe conflict between Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis and Saudi Arabia has severely escalated following a Houthi missile striking Riyadh's main airport, killing 13 people including an Indian national, and injuring over 300 others. Subsequent drone and missile attacks have targetted King Abdullah bun Abdulaziz Airport in Jazan, Najran International Airport, Abha Airport as well as facilitlies in Khamis Mushait. Strategic positions seized by Houthis around the Bab al-Mandeb strait has imposed a maritime blockade on Saudi ships, escalating the issue. In light of the same, the Embassy of India in Riyadh has issued an updated travel advisory for Indian nationals in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
\n\nGiven the current situation, the travel advisory began by asking all Indian nationals in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to remain calm and vigilant and to stay indoors in case of an aerial attack. Additionally, they were also asked to keep tracking instructions form local authorities as updated through official channels. More importantly it stated: "Indian nationals are strongly advised to refrain from circulating or reposting any videos or news related to the ongoing events." It also…
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