Riyadh:The Saudi-led coalition in Yemen announced the successful interception and destruction of 10 ballistic missiles launched by the Houthi group targeting southern Saudi Arabia.

According to Anadolu Agency – English, Coalition spokesman Turki al-Maliki used the US social media platform X to disclose that the missiles were shot down. He did not provide specific details regarding any injuries or damage resulting from the interceptions.

Earlier, al-Maliki had reported the interception and destruction of a Houthi cruise missile intended for the southwestern Saudi city of Khamis Mushait. Additionally, coalition forces managed to intercept and destroy a ballistic missile and two drones aimed at Riyadh.

These incidents are part of ongoing hostilities, characterized by attacks on Saudi aviation and energy infrastructure, alongside coalition strikes on Houthi positions within Yemen. Saudi Arabia has been leading a military coalition in support of Yemen's internationally recognized government against the Houthis since 2015. The Houthi group has controlled the Yemeni capital, Sanaa, and other regions since 2014.