https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/delta-delays-debut-of-saudi-arabia-service-until-march-after-riyadh-airport-attacksContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/delta-delays-debut-of-saudi-arabia-service-until-march-after-riyadh-airport-attackshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/delta-delays-debut-of-saudi-arabia-service-until-march-after-riyadh-airport-attacks#u125308Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:50:28 +0000Delta Air Lines postponed the launch of its new nonstop service between Atlanta and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, until March 2027 following attacks at the Saudi capital's airport. The route was originally scheduled to begin on October 23. The airline stated that the decision was made amid evolving developments in the region, prioritizing the safety and security of customers and employees. The delay follows passenger terminal blasts that left many injured and prompted safety warnings from the Federal Aviation Administration for U.S. airlines operating over Saudi Arabia.Why it mattersThe aborted f