Saudi air defenses intercepted and destroyed two ballistic missiles launched by the Ansar Allah Houthis toward Taif and Yanbu on Saturday, the Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen announced.
At the same time, Saudi Civil Defense sent early-warning alerts about possible threats in Makkah, Jeddah, Taif and Yanbu. Residents were told to take cover in safe locations and stay away from windows and open areas.
Earlier missile and drone attacks across the kingdom
The coalition said earlier that it had intercepted and destroyed ballistic missiles aimed at Riyadh and Khamis Mushait, as well as drones directed at the Eastern Province and southern regions. The latest interceptions followed a series of Houthi attacks on several parts of the kingdom.
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Threat lifted in Makkah region and Yanbu
Saudi Civil Defense later said the danger had passed in the Makkah region and Yanbu governorate. Residents were urged to keep following safety guidelines, avoid crowds and refrain from filming impacts.
