Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways have announced the suspension of flights to and from several airports in Saudi Arabia, as security concerns mount following escalating attacks by Yemen's Houthi movement.
Etihad Airways said it had cancelled flights between Abu Dhabi and the Saudi cities of Riyadh, Dammam and Jeddah due to what it described as ongoing "regional unrest".
The UAE carrier added that all flights between Abu Dhabi and Riyadh will remain suspended until 19 October.
Qatar Airways halts Riyadh and Dammam services
Qatar Airways also announced the temporary suspension of flights to and from Riyadh and Dammam.
The airline said the decision was taken "due to the current situation", as Yemen's Houthi rebels intensify attacks against Saudi Arabia.
Disruptions spread across Saudi aviation sector
The latest airline suspensions come as Saudi Arabia's aviation network continues to face significant disruption following recent attacks.
Authorities had already warned of widespread cancellations at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, where flight operations were severely affected after a series of deadly incidents linked to the escalating conflict.
Airlines across the region are continuing to monitor the security situation and adjust schedules accordingly.
Source: ANA-MPA
