Powerful explosion in Riyadh puts Saudi authorities on alert amid reports of airport navigation disruptions

Residents of Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, were alarmed overnight after a powerful explosion was heard in the city. Civil defense authorities were also activated following the incident.

Saudi authorities issued an alert to the public, while no deaths or injuries have been reported so far.

Iranian news agency Tasnim reported significant problems at Riyadh International Airport, including disruptions to navigation systems. According to these reports, the malfunctions are suspected to be linked to an attack.

The explosion occurred at a time when military tensions in the Middle East remain high. Saudi Arabia is in a sensitive position because of the escalating conflict with the Houthis, the Iranian-backed Yemeni armed group.

So far, Saudi authorities have not disclosed the exact cause of the explosion or the possible target of the attack. Investigations are continuing, and the situation on the ground is still developing, while further announcements from local authorities are expected.