Saudi air defences intercept two ballistic missiles near Riyadh
Two ballistic missiles launched toward the capital were destroyed, according to a coalition spokesperson.
At a glance
- Two ballistic missiles were intercepted and destroyed near Riyadh
- The missiles were launched by the Houthi militia
- The interception was confirmed by the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen
Saudi air defences intercepted and destroyed two ballistic missiles fired toward Riyadh, according to Maj. Gen. Turki Al-Maliki, spokesperson of the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen.
The missiles were launched by the Houthi militia, according to the official statement.
Why it matters
The incident reflects ongoing military tensions in the region involving armed groups and air defence operations.
Original reporting
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