<p>Indian airlines have suspended services to and from Riyadh following reports of attacks on Saudi Arabia’s airports, prompting widespread disruption to regional and international air travel. The situation has heightened concerns over aviation safety as security risks escalate across the Middle East.</p><p>Air India, Air India Express, IndiGo and Akasa Air announced cancellations or temporary suspensions affecting their Riyadh operations. The measures were introduced as airlines assessed the evolving security environment and considered the risks to aircraft, passengers and crew.</p><p>The disruption followed reports of explosions at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. Yemen’s Houthi movement claimed responsibility for a missile strike, although the circumstances surrounding the reported attack were not immediately independently confirmed by Saudi authorities.</p><p>An Air India flight travelling from Delhi to Riyadh reportedly returned to Delhi after the situation developed. Other scheduled services were also cancelled, while several international carriers reviewed their operations to the Saudi capital.</p><p>The impact extended beyond individual airline schedules. Flight-tracking reports indicated extensive cancellations at Riyadh airport, affecting both arrivals and departures. The scale of the disruption highlighted how rapidly regional security incidents can affect international aviation networks.</p><p>For passengers, the cancellations created uncertainty around travel plans, connecting flights and onward journeys. Airlines advised affected customers to check the latest flight information before travelling to the airport. Depending on the carrier and booking conditions, passengers were offered options including complimentary rescheduling or refunds.</p><p>The disruption also underscores the importance of Riyadh as a regional aviation hub connecting Saudi Arabia with South Asia, Europe and other international markets. Changes to services can affect business travel, expatriate movement, tourism and air cargo shipments that depend on reliable passenger and freight capacity.</p><p>Airlines are expected to continue reviewing operations in line with security assessments and guidance from relevant authorities. Travellers should confirm their flight status directly with their airline, as suspension periods and restart decisions may change as conditions develop.</p>