No Indians killed in Saudi Arabia's Al Kharj projectile strike
What's the story
The Indian Embassy in Riyadh has confirmed that no Indian nationals were killed in a recent projectile strike in Al Kharj, Saudi Arabia. The embassy's statement came after initial reports suggested fatalities. "It is a matter of relief that there has been no Indian fatality in the unfortunate incident at Al Kharj yesterday evening," the embassy said.
Injury update
One Indian national injured
The Indian Embassy i Riyadh also confirmed that one Indian national was injured in the incident and is now being treated at a government hospital in Al Kharj. "Counsellor (CW) Shri Y Sabir visited Al Kharj last night and met the injured Indian national involved in this unfortunate incident," it added in a social media post.
Twitter Post
Indian Embassy's clarification
It is a matter of relief that there has been no Indian fatality in the unfortunate incident at Al Kharj yesterday evening.
— India in Saudi Arabia (@IndianEmbRiyadh) March 8, 2026
The Embassy has been in touch with the concerned Saudi authorities regarding this issue.
Counsellor (CW) Shri Y. Sabir visited Al Kharj last night and met… https://t.co/R9syP1qW1G
Official statement
Earlier reports indicated fatalities
Earlier on Sunday, a Saudi Civil Defense official had said that an Indian and a Bangladeshi national were killed in the incident. The strike also injured 12 Bangladeshi residents and caused material damage. The Saudi spokesperson condemned the attack on civilian infrastructure as a violation of international humanitarian law, adding that the approved procedures for these cases have been implemented.
Safety advisory
US orders non-emergency staff to leave Saudi Arabia
In light of the incident, the Indian embassy has advised its nationals in Saudi Arabia to remain vigilant and follow local safety guidelines. This comes as tensions escalate in the region with ongoing conflicts between Iran and the United States. The US State Department has also ordered non-emergency staff to leave Saudi Arabia due to safety risks from Iranian strikes.