Saudi air defenses intercept five missiles targeting multiple regions
Three ballistic missiles and two cruise missiles were destroyed in early morning strikes, with civil defence issuing alerts across several areas.
At a glance
- Five missiles intercepted: three ballistic and two cruise missiles
- Targets included Riyadh, Eastern Province and southern regions
- Civil Defence issued and then lifted emergency warnings across five areas
- Interceptions occurred in early morning hours on Sunday
Saudi air defences intercepted and destroyed three ballistic missiles and two cruise missiles launched toward Riyadh and other regions early Sunday, according to Major General Turki Al-Malki, spokesperson for the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen. One ballistic missile targeted the Eastern Province, while two others were directed at Riyadh, and two cruise missiles targeted Riyadh and southern regions.
Saudi Civil Defence issued emergency warnings across multiple areas including Dammam, Al Ahsa, Buqayq, Riyadh and Najran. All-clear notifications were issued shortly after each warning as the threat passed in the affected areas.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing security concerns in the region and demonstrates air defence capabilities protecting populated areas.
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