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Houthi Strikes Force FAA to Halt Saudi Flights, Threatening Delta's Riyadh Debut

The FAA has issued a safety warning to U.S. airlines regarding flights in or near Saudi Arabia following deadly Houthi attacks on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. The attacks, which killed at least 12 people and wounded over 300, have forced the closure of the airport and prompted travel advisories from the U.S. and other nations. Delta Air Lines, which planned to launch its first nonstop service from Atlanta to Riyadh on October 23, has not yet decided whether to proceed with the route, citing safety concerns.