Saudi Arabia’s coalition said it intercepted two ballistic missiles and two drones launched by the Houthis towards the kingdom early Saturday. The Saudi coalition intercepts Houthi missiles as tensions continue to affect regional security and shipping routes.
The coalition said on X that the two ballistic missiles were heading towards Khamis Mushait in southwestern Saudi Arabia. It added that the two drones were heading towards the capital, Riyadh, while providing no further details about the interceptions.
Saudi authorities had issued overnight civil defence alerts for Khamis Mushait and Abha. However, no similar alert was issued for Riyadh, despite the coalition saying the drones were heading towards the Saudi capital.
The Houthis control the most populated areas of Yemen and large parts of the country’s north. The group has continued attacks against Saudi Arabia after declaring a naval blockade against Riyadh in July.
The attacks have also focused on Saudi vessels operating in the Red Sea. The Saudi coalition intercepts Houthi missiles and drones as the conflict continues to create security concerns around important maritime routes in the region.
Recent strikes have targeted Saudi cities, energy infrastructure and shipping. The developments have added pressure to global oil supplies, which are already facing disruption because of the US-Israeli war on Iran.
The attacks also threaten the Red Sea route, which serves as a major alternative passage for Gulf oil exports. Shipping risks have increased as traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains largely blocked, adding to concerns over regional energy and trade flows.
