Saudi Air Defenses Intercept Houthi Ballistic Missile Targeting Khamis Mushait

07/10/2026

Saudi Air Defenses Intercept Houthi Ballistic Missile Targeting Khamis Mushait

RIYADH, Oct 7: Saudi air defenses intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile launched by Yemen’s Houthi militia toward Khamis Mushait in the southwestern Asir region, the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen said Tuesday.

Coalition spokesman Maj. Gen. Turki Al-Maliki said the missile was intercepted before reaching its intended target. No further details on casualties or damage were immediately provided.

The interception comes amid renewed Houthi attacks targeting Saudi Arabia, including recent strikes involving missiles and drones against areas in the Kingdom