New Delhi, Oct 22: An Indian national was injured in an attack at Saudi Arabia’s Shaybah oilfield, the Embassy of India in Riyadh said, adding that it was in touch with Saudi authorities and would provide all necessary assistance to the injured person.
In a post on X, the Indian Embassy said it had learnt about the injury and was awaiting further details from the Saudi authorities.
“The Embassy has learnt that one Indian national was injured in an attack at Shaybah oilfield today. We are in touch with Saudi authorities and await further details. We will provide all necessary help to the injured Indian national,” the Embassy said.
Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Energy said its air defences had thwarted an attempt to target the Shaybah oilfield.
In a separate post on X, the ministry said two people were killed and two others injured after shrapnel fell following the interception. (JKNS)
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