Dhaka, Oct. 13 -- Biman Bangladesh Airlines has suspended all flights to Riyadh and Dammam until Oct 17 following Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabian airports.

In a statement on Tuesday, the state-run carrier said it would provide updates on the suspended flights and revised schedules in due course.

Passengers with urgent travel needs can use Jeddah and Medina international airports to travel to Saudi Arabia or return to Bangladesh, Biman said.

They were advised to contact the nearest Biman sales centre for ticketing and travel information.

US-Bangla Airlines had earlier cancelled flights on the Dhaka-Riyadh-Dhaka route until Oct 21.

Yemeni Houthi forces have carried out repeated attacks on Riyadh and Dammam airports since Saturday.

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