Saudi coalition says it intercepted Houthi missiles and drones — The National

The Saudi Arabia-led coalition said it intercepted two ballistic missiles and two drones early on September 26, which, according to its information, the Houthis had launched toward the kingdom. The National reports that the missiles were headed for Khamis Mushait, while the drones were headed for the Saudi capital, Riyadh.

Coalition statement

In posts on the social media platform X, the coalition said it was monitoring the missile and drone threat to the country but provided no further details. Saudi civil defense sent alerts overnight for Khamis Mushait and Abha, but not for Riyadh.

The Houthis control Yemen's most densely populated areas and a significant part of the country's north. According to the outlet, after announcing a maritime blockade against Riyadh in July, they have been carrying out attacks on Saudi Arabia, including against cities, energy infrastructure, shipping and Saudi vessels in the Red Sea.

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Reaction from regional officials

Jasem Albudaiwi, secretary-general of the Gulf Cooperation Council, condemned the missile and drone attacks targeting Riyadh and Khamis Mushait. He described the escalation as a serious violation of Saudi Arabia's sovereignty and a direct threat to civilian security and regional stability.

Several hours earlier in Riyadh, military leaders from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey discussed threats to the kingdom. Last month, these countries signed the Mecca Agreement on joint defense, under which an armed attack on one of them will be considered an attack on all.

Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman said that during a meeting with Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Asim Munir, he reaffirmed continued joint efforts to counter attacks on the kingdom in accordance with the agreement.