The Saudi-led coalition, also known as the Coalition for Supporting Legitimacy in Yemen, announced on Friday that it had intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile launched by Houthi militia towards Khamis Mushait, according to the Saudi Press Agency. The announcement was made by the coalition's spokesperson, Major General Turki Al-Malki. This incident is part of a series of escalating tensions between Saudi Arabia and the Iran-aligned Houthi group.
On Thursday, the coalition reported that it had intercepted and destroyed four drones launched by the Houthis towards Khamis Mushait in southern Saudi Arabia, as well as two ballistic missiles over Khamis Mushait and Jazan. The coalition has been taking measures to counter Houthi attacks, which have been targeting Saudi cities, including Mecca and Medina. The Houthi group has been involved in a conflict with the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen since 2015.
Major General Al-Malki stated that the coalition is continuing to take operational measures to deter the Houthi militia. The group has been launching drone and missile attacks on Saudi cities, including a recent attack on a power distribution station in Medina. The coalition has been working to protect its territories and citizens from these attacks. The Houthi group is considered a terrorist organization by Saudi Arabia and its allies.
The recent attack on Medina's power distribution station occurred on Tuesday, when a drone targeted the Al-Tayyiba station, causing one of the transformers to go out of service. However, the incident did not affect the overall power grid. The coalition's investigation and analysis of the drone's debris revealed that the Houthi group was responsible for the attack. The coalition described the attack as a "cowardly terrorist act".
The Houthi group's attacks have been targeting critical infrastructure and cities in Saudi Arabia, including Mecca and Medina, which are considered holy cities in Islam. The coalition has been working to prevent such attacks and protect its territories. The conflict between the Houthis and the Saudi-led coalition has resulted in significant humanitarian and economic costs.
The Saudi-led coalition has been working to support the legitimate government in Yemen and counter the Houthi group's activities. The coalition's efforts have been focused on protecting its territories and citizens, as well as supporting the Yemeni people. The conflict in Yemen has been ongoing since 2015, and a peaceful resolution has yet to be achieved.
The incident highlights the ongoing tensions between Saudi Arabia and the Houthi group, which is aligned with Iran. The conflict has been affecting the region's stability and security. The coalition's actions are aimed at maintaining regional security and protecting its citizens from terrorist attacks.
Key points
- The Saudi-led coalition intercepted and destroyed a Houthi ballistic missile heading to Khamis Mushait.
- The coalition has been taking measures to counter Houthi attacks, which have been targeting Saudi cities.
- The conflict between the Houthis and the Saudi-led coalition has resulted in significant humanitarian and economic costs.
