Indian airlines cancel flights to Saudi cities until Oct 17 amid escalating regional tensions and ongoing security concerns.

While announcing cancellation of flights to and from Riyadh, Dammam and Jeddah till October 17, Air India also said it was closely monitoring and assessing the developments in the region to resume safe operations.

At least 14 airlines, including IndiGo and Air India, cancel Saudi flights as Riyadh airport stays shut after Houthi attacks.