{
  "id": 16334397,
  "title": "Air defenses intercept Houthi ballistic missiles targeting Taif, Yanbu",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/24/air-defenses-intercept-houthi-ballistic-missiles-targeting-taif-yanbu",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-24T12:42:32.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Saudi Gazette",
    "slug": "saudi-gazette",
    "url": "https://saudigazette.com.sa/article/665677/saudi-arabia/saudi-air-defenses-intercept-houthi-missiles-targeting-taif-and-yanbu"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On Monday, air defenses in the Kingdom successfully intercepted and destroyed two ballistic missiles launched by the Houthi terrorist militia towards the cities of Taif and Yanbu, according to the Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen. The swift action came after early warning alerts were issued by the Saudi Civil Defense authorities, alerting residents in Makkah, Jeddah, Taif, and Yanbu about potential threats.\n\nResidents were urged to take immediate safety precautions, including seeking shelter in secure locations, avoiding windows and open areas, and following the directives given by the relevant authorities. This incident marked the latest in a series of Houthi attacks against various parts of Saudi Arabia. Earlier, the coalition had reported intercepting and destroying ballistic missiles aimed at Riyadh, Khamis Mushait, and drones targeting the Eastern Province and southern regions of the country.\n\nSubsequently, the Saudi Civil Defense informed the public that the danger had receded in the Makkah region and the Yanbu governorate. Authorities reiterated the importance of adhering to safety guidelines and avoiding large gatherings or recording events during this time.",
  "summary": "RIYADH — Air defenses intercepted and destroyed two ballistic missiles launched by the Houthi terrorist militia toward Taif and Yanbu, the Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen announced.The interceptions coincided with early warning alerts issued by Saudi Civil Defense authorities over potential threats in Makkah, Jeddah, Taif and Yanbu.Residents were instructed to seek shelter in safe…",
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        "published": "2026-10-23T07:36:53.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Business Recorder",
        "title": "Saudi forces say intercepted two Houthi missiles targeting Yanbu, Taif",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/24/saudi-forces-say-intercepted-two-houthi-missiles-targeting-yanbu-taif",
        "published": "2026-10-24T11:13:29.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "CNBC World",
        "title": "Saudi-led coalition says it intercepted Houthi ballistic missiles targeting Saudi cities",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/24/saudi-led-coalition-says-it-intercepted-houthi-ballistic-missiles",
        "published": "2026-10-24T12:55:46.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}