Saudia plane catches fire in Riyadh after Houthi strike

A passenger plane of the state-owned Saudi Arabian Airlines (Saudia) suffered serious damage at Riyadh airport. The aircraft caught fire during the parking, reports Reuters, citing informed sources.

The cause of the fire was the hit of fragments or a direct impact of the projectile. The incident took place at King Khaled International Airport. Earlier on Thursday, the Yemeni movement Ansar Alla (Houthi) announced a missile strike on this air harbor.

There were no people on board the plane at the time of the attack. Details about the extent of destruction and the condition of the aircraft are specified.