Saudi Arabia Thwarts Ballistic Missile Attack on Riyadh
Saudi Arabia confirmed that Yemen's Houthi rebels attempted to attack its capital, Riyadh, with a ballistic missile. The coalition intercepted the projectile, and no casualties or damage were reported. The Houthis also reportedly attempted attacks in other Saudi locations.
Fresno Visalia, CA, September 20, 2026 —
Saudi Arabia has confirmed that its forces intercepted a ballistic missile launched by Yemen’s Houthi rebels targeting the capital city, Riyadh. The incident, which occurred recently, saw the coalition successfully thwart the projectile before it could reach its intended destination.
According to official statements, no casualties were reported as a result of the interception. Furthermore, there was no immediate indication of any damage sustained in Riyadh. This successful defense prevented potential harm to civilians and infrastructure within the capital.
In addition to the Riyadh attempt, reports suggest that the Houthi rebels also made alleged attempts to carry out attacks in other locations across Saudi Arabia. Details regarding these additional reported attempts, including specific locations, types of projectiles, and their outcomes, were not immediately available.
The interception marks another instance of escalating tensions involving the ongoing conflict in Yemen. The Houthi movement, which controls significant parts of Yemen, has previously launched missiles and drones towards Saudi Arabia, with varying degrees of success and impact. Saudi Arabia, leading a coalition supporting the Yemeni government, has consistently responded to such threats. The specifics of the coalition’s air defense capabilities and the technical details of the intercepted missile were not disclosed. The contractor responsible for the air defense system’s maintenance or operation was not specified.
Story summarized from the original created by AP on abc7chicago.com, see more information here.
