Riyadh airport limits jet traffic over attacks

Saudi Arabia's main airport will curtail air travel until further notice after continued attacks from Houthi rebels prompted the government to extend restrictions, cutting off Riyadh's main entry point for airlines.

King Khalid International Airport has notified airlines that any landings or departures will require prior permission, according to a so-called Notice to Airmen advisory. The airport also said it cannot be used as an alternative in case of emergencies. The hub has come under severe attacks in the last few weeks, damaging buildings and destroying at least one aircraft. Several carriers have halted flights in the wake of the attacks, including Qatar Airways, which on Monday suspended operations to Riyadh until Oct. 24 and reduced flights to Jeddah. Other airlines have also cut operations including Etihad Airways,and India's Akasa Air and Air India.

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