Hyderabad IT Pro Killed, Family Hurt in Riyadh Airport Strike
Mohammed Yousuf Ali, a 46-year-old IT professional from Mehdipatnam, Hyderabad, lost his life following a Houthi-led missile strike at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on October 10. The attack, which is part of the escalating conflict in Yemen, resulted in at least 13 deaths and over 300 injuries.
Ali, who had been working in Riyadh for a decade, was accompanied by his family for an Umrah pilgrimage when the incident occurred. Around 3 p.m. local time, a projectile struck the terminal near a check-in kiosk where the family was located.
Severe Injuries to Family Members
The missile strike caused significant trauma to Ali's family members. His sons, 18-year-old Aman Ali and 16-year-old Wasi Ali, sustained severe injuries; Aman is currently requiring knee surgery, while Wasi lost three toes in the attack. Their aunt, Atiya Sultana, suffered head injuries but is reported to be in stable condition. Ali’s wife, Sameera, and daughter, Maryam, sustained minor injuries.
A Fatal Medical Complication
In the immediate aftermath of the strike, Ali underwent an emergency procedure to amputate both of his legs. Despite the medical intervention, he tragically died from a heart attack the following day. The family has made the decision to hold his funeral in Riyadh.
Official Response and Embassy Update
Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi confirmed the incident after communicating with the family and has requested assistance from India's External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar. The Minister has expressed his condolences and pledged official support for the family.
The Indian Embassy in Riyadh has reported that among the 11 Indians injured in the attack, three remain in the intensive care unit (ICU), two are in regular wards, and the others have been discharged. Meanwhile, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs has condemned the attacks on