The Saudi-led coalition announced on Friday that its air defense systems successfully neutralized a ballistic missile launched by Houthi forces toward Riyadh. Coalition spokesperson Turki al-Maliki confirmed the interception via social media, though specific details regarding the origin or precise trajectory of the projectile were not disclosed. This event occurs against a backdrop of intensifying regional tensions between the coalition and the Houthi movement, which has been engaged in a long-standing conflict in Yemen. The coalition, officially designated as the Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen, continues to face frequent security challenges, including recurring strikes directed at Saudi infrastructure and airports. This latest interception highlights the ongoing volatility and the persistent threat posed by cross-border missile launches in the region.
Source : The Express Tribune
Photo : The Express Tribune
