Saudi Arabia says it intercepted ballistic missile fired toward eastern region
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s air defence systems intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile launched toward the eastern region, a spokesperson for the Saudi-led coalition announced earlier today, Anadolu Ajansi reported.
Saudi Arabia's air defense systems intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile launched toward the eastern region, a coalition spokesperson confirmed. The missile was fired by the Houthi group targeting the Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province, according to Brigadier General Turki al-Maliki. Emergency warning systems were activated in Dammam, Al-Ahsa, and Abqaiq, but authorities declared the threat had passed.
Yemen has been in a civil war since 2014, with the Houthis taking control of Sanaa and other provinces. The Saudi-led coalition began military operations in 2015 to support the internationally recognized government. The conflict has escalated in recent months, with the Houthis repeatedly targeting Saudi Arabia with ballistic missiles and drones, including aviation sites.
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