Malaysians planning to perform Umrah have been advised to temporarily postpone their trips to Saudi Arabia following a deadly attack at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, according to Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan.
The advisory comes after Saturday’s attack, which left 12 people dead and 309 injured, according to Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation. The incident has raised concerns over the safety of travellers visiting the kingdom.
Mohamad explained that although no similar incident had been reported in Makkah, the missile explosion in Riyadh prompted the government to recommend delaying journeys to Makkah and Madinah as a precautionary measure.
Speaking to reporters at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) after the departure of Jordan’s King Abdullah II, the minister emphasised the importance of prioritising public safety amid the evolving security situation in the region.
Meanwhile, Malaysia’s Foreign Ministry confirmed that no Malaysians were reported killed or injured in the latest incidents involving King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and a projectile that landed near King Fahd International Airport in Dammam. The government continues to monitor developments as Malaysians are encouraged to follow official travel advisories before making arrangements.
