Saudi Taekwondo Athlete Injured in Houthi Attack on Riyadh Airport

On Monday, the Saudi youth club announced that a Saudi taekwondo athlete and club champion, Sabah Al-Asiri, sustained a severe injury to her right arm due to a Houthi attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. The athlete was immediately transferred to a hospital for medical treatment and care. The hospital received a high-level visit to ensure the health of the Saudi athlete, where the president of the youth club's board of directors, Abdullah Al-Malik, and the Saudi Minister of Health, Fahd Al-Jalajil, visited her to follow up on her treatment.

The Saudi star turned her visit into an inspiring story after she placed one of her recently achieved medals next to her bed, informing the Minister of Health of her desire for his personal attendance at the first championship she participates in after her full recovery.

The airport remains closed for 24 hours due to damage from the Houthi attack.

CONTEXT: This incident highlights the ongoing conflict in Saudi Arabia and the impact of Houthi attacks on civilian infrastructure and individuals. The closure of King Khalid International Airport and the injury of a prominent athlete underscore the broader implications of the conflict on daily life and national events.