October 12, 2026|5:07 pm
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Philippine Airlines through Facebook
MANILA, Philippines– Flag provider Philippine Airlines (PAL) has actually extended the suspension of its flights to and from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia till November 29 due to the developing security circumstance at the city’s King Khalid International Airport.
In a travel advisory published on Facebook on Monday, October 12, PAL stated flights PR654 and PR655 would stay suspended up until completion of November.
The airline company stated it continues to keep an eye on advancements and examine conditions impacting the safe operation of its flights.
“Further updates will be offered as essential,” PAL stated.
The suspension follows attacks at King Khalid International Airport that left 4 Filipinos hurt, 3 of whom stay in extensive care systems (ICUs), according to the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW).
The 4th Filipino was anticipated to be released from the health center. All 4 are recuperating at various health centers in Riyadh.
The DMW, together with the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration in Riyadh, is keeping an eye on the condition of the hurt Filipinos and offering help.
The firm likewise recommended abroad Filipino employees (OFWs) in Saudi Arabia to prevent locations that might be targeted in attacks, consisting of military setups and oil refineries. Those at airports were prompted to keep away from crowded locations.
Filipinos arranged to go back to the Philippines were recommended to call their airline companies before heading to the airport or examine the e-mail addresses they utilized to schedule their flights for updates.
Saudi Arabia is a significant location for Filipino migrant employees. It represented 24.1% of Filipinos released overseas from April to September 2025, the biggest share amongst location nations, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority.
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