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Saudia plane hit by gunfire in Sudan
A Saudia aircraft came under attack in Sudan.
The Airbus A330 set to take off from Kartoum to Saudi Arabia came under gunfire as violent clashes took place around the airport.
The plane ‘was exposed to gunfire damage with guests and crew on board,’ Saudia said.
It has now cancelled all flights to Sudan.
Flights from the UAE and Egypt have also been suspended.
All Saudia cabin crew were taken to the Saudi Embassy for protection.
The Saudi embassy ‘urges all Saudi citizens to remain at home.’
Violent clashes took place over deepening tensions with the military leader and his second in command.
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