Riyadh:The Saudi-led coalition in Yemen has announced the interception and destruction of two ballistic missiles launched by the Houthi militia. These missiles were reportedly targeting the Saudi cities of Taif and Yanbu.

According to Anadolu Agency – English, coalition spokesman Brig. Gen. Turki al-Maliki shared on the US social media platform X that both missiles were intercepted and destroyed before reaching their intended targets.

The incident is part of an ongoing escalation of hostilities between the Houthis and the Saudi-led coalition, marked by repeated attacks on Saudi airports and energy facilities. The coalition, led by Saudi Arabia, has been supporting Yemen's government in its conflict with the Houthis since 2015. The Houthis have maintained control over Yemen's capital, Sanaa, and other regions since 2014.