Terrorists strike US consulate
Attackers have killed four guards and taken 18 local staff hostage at the US mission in the port city of Jeddah on Saudi Arabia’s west coast.
Attackers stormed the consulate, setting the building alight and exchanging fire with security forces.
American officials said there were no reports of US casualties, but it was not immediately clear if others were hurt.
The witnesses said the car exploded in front of the consulate, and ambulances were seen rushing to the scene.
Al-Arabiya satellite television reported four attackers tried to storm the compound in a car, but that the car exploded in front instead.
Reuters said the attackers exchanged fire with security forces and reported a Western executive, quoting officials inside the building, saying attackers infiltrated the complex and threw hand grenades.
Still ongoing but they have reported all Americans are safe and accounted for. I’m sure that disappoints the Jihadis. But let us hope all the local hostages remain safe as well.
