Riyadh:The Saudi-led coalition announced the interception and destruction of two drones launched by the Houthi group targeting Riyadh and southern regions of Saudi Arabia. The incident was confirmed by coalition spokesperson Turki al-Maliki through a statement on the social media platform X.

According to Anadolu Agency – English, the coalition's statement did not specify if there were any casualties or damage resulting from the drone interceptions.

The interception is part of a broader context of escalating tensions between the Houthis and Saudi Arabia, with the coalition frequently reporting similar incidents involving missiles and drones aimed at the kingdom. The ongoing conflict in Yemen began in 2014 when the Houthis seized control of Sanaa and other areas, leading to the Saudi-led coalition's intervention in support of the Yemeni government in 2015.