The spokesperson for the coalition supporting legitimacy in Yemen, Major General Turki Al-Malki, announced on Thursday that the coalition's air defenses had intercepted and destroyed six ballistic missiles launched by Houthi militia towards Saudi Arabia. The missiles were launched on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at 2:54 PM local time.
According to Al-Malki, the coalition's air defenses foiled an attempt to target the cities of Taif and Yanbu. He emphasized that the escalation and violations of the Houthi militia would be dealt with firmly. The coalition's statement was released through the official platform 'X'.
Earlier, the Saudi Civil Defense Directorate announced the activation of the National Early Warning Platform in several regions, including Taif, Mecca, Tabuk, Jeddah, and Yanbu, to alert residents of potential danger. The directorate urged citizens and residents to follow instructions and guidelines issued by relevant authorities and take necessary safety precautions.
The Houthi militia's attempt to launch missiles towards Saudi Arabia was not an isolated incident. On Tuesday, King Salman bin Abdulaziz, during a cabinet meeting in Jeddah, condemned the Houthis' attempt to repeat their targeting of Mecca. The king described the act as a serious crime that insulted the sanctity of holy sites and provoked Muslims worldwide.
King Salman expressed appreciation for the role of Saudi military and security forces in defending the country and deterring any attacks on holy sites, pilgrims, citizens, and residents. The cabinet meeting also emphasized the importance of adhering to international law principles, including respect for sovereignty and peaceful conflict resolution.
The Saudi cabinet reiterated its commitment to ensuring the safety of navigation in international waterways, preserving national security, and protecting global trade and supply chains. The meeting's statements were reported by the Saudi Press Agency on Tuesday.
The recent escalation of tensions between Saudi Arabia and the Houthi militia has raised concerns about the security situation in the region. The coalition's efforts to intercept and destroy the ballistic missiles demonstrate its commitment to protecting Saudi Arabia and its citizens from potential threats.
Key points
- The coalition supporting legitimacy in Yemen intercepted and destroyed six ballistic missiles launched by Houthi militia towards Saudi Arabia on Thursday.
- The Houthi militia's attempt to target Taif and Yanbu was foiled by the coalition's air defenses.
- King Salman condemned the Houthis' attempt to repeat their targeting of Mecca, describing it as a serious crime that insulted the sanctity of holy sites.
