India condemned attacks on a Saudi airport and oil field that killed an Indian. New Delhi pledged assistance and called for an immediate end to infrastructure strikes.
The reported yacht incident comes as attacks on Saudi Arabia's critical infrastructure have affected Indian nationals. (Image for representation: Reuters)
New Delhi,Oct 22, 2026 20:29 IST
India on Thursday strongly condemned attacks on civilian and energy infrastructure in Saudi Arabia that killed one Indian national and injured three others, news agency Press Trust of India reported.
The Ministry of External Affairs said the attacks on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam and Saudi Aramco's Shaybah oil field in the Eastern Province took place on October 21. It said such strikes were "completely unacceptable" and must stop immediately.
"We strongly condemn the continued attacks on civilian and energy infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, including the attack on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam and Saudi Aramco's Shaybah oil field in the Eastern Province on October 21," the ministry said.
"These attacks have unfortunately resulted in civilian deaths and injuries," it added.
According to the ministry, one Indian national died and two others were injured in the attack on Dammam airport. Another Indian national was injured in the attack on the Shaybah oil field, PTI reported.
The ministry conveyed its heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and wished those injured a speedy recovery. It said the Indian embassy in Riyadh was in contact with the Saudi authorities and would provide all possible assistance.
"We also reiterate that the attacks on civilian and critical infrastructure are completely unacceptable and must cease immediately," the ministry said.
"We stand in solidarity with the people and the government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in safeguarding its sovereignty, and hope that peace and normalcy would return to the region at the earliest," it added.
India reiterated its condemnation of the attacks, which left one Indian dead and three injured, and said its embassy would assist those affected while remaining in touch with Saudi authorities.
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