Saudi-led coalition says it destroyed Houthi ballistic missiles fired towards Yanbu and Taif
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The Saudi-led coalition reported the interception and destruction of ballistic missiles launched by Houthi forces toward Saudi Arabian territory. In one instance, the coalition confirmed that two missiles targeting the cities of Yanbu and Taif were neutralized on Saturday. In a separate incident occurring on Friday, coalition air defenses intercepted a ballistic missile directed toward the capital city of Riyadh.
These events involve the ongoing conflict between the Saudi-led coalition and the Iran-aligned Houthi group. Coalition spokesperson Turki al-Maliki confirmed the actions via official statements, highlighting the continued use of ballistic weaponry by the Houthis against Saudi targets.
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Middle East Eye (GB)Focuses on the Saturday attacks against Yanbu and Taif
Express Tribune (Karachi, Pakistan) (PK)Focuses on the Friday attack against the capital, Riyadh
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