1 killed, 8 injured in attack on Dammam's King Fahd Airport

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An attack on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam on Wednesday evening killed one resident and injured eight others, the Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation said.

The Saudi Press Agency reported that the injuries ranged from minor to critical, with all those affected immediately transported to the hospital to receive the necessary medical care.

The attack also caused property damage, the extent of which is currently being assessed. The authorities said they will provide more updates on the situation.

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