indore. An Indian citizen injured in the attack on Saturday at the international airport of Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, died on Sunday. The Indian Embassy has confirmed this and expressed condolences to the bereaved family. The embassy said it is in touch with the family of the deceased and will provide all possible assistance to bring the mortal remains to India soon.
According to the embassy statement, the Indian national injured in the attack died during treatment. In an earlier statement, the Embassy had said that a total of 11 Indian citizens were injured in the attack. However, detailed information regarding the identity of the deceased and the condition of the other injured were not immediately shared.
Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels have been held responsible for the attack on Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport. After the attack, Saudi officials started assessing the damage and security arrangements at the airport.
The Indian Embassy has said that it will provide necessary assistance to the family of the deceased and cooperate in the process of repatriation of the mortal remains. After the incident, concerns regarding the safety of Indian citizens living in Saudi Arabia have also increased.