Saudi-led coalition says ballistic missile intercepted over Riyadh

The Saudi-led coalition announced the interception and destruction of a projectile over the Riyadh region. Middle East Eye reports that Colonel Turki Al-Maliki stated a ballistic missile launched by the Houthis towards Riyadh was intercepted and destroyed, following a civil defence alert urging residents to remain calm. Conversely, Ajel English and Gulf News report that Major-General Turki Al-Maliki announced the interception and destruction of a drone over the region.

King Khalid International Airport issued a travel advisory following claims by Yemen's Houthi rebels that they targeted several key installations and airports across the kingdom, including the airport. The airport administration announced that flight operations will resume from its two terminals on Sunday, October 25, 2026, with Terminal 1 designated for domestic flights and Terminal 2 for international flights operated by national carriers. Passengers have been advised to contact their airlines to verify flight statuses.

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