Saudi coalition intercepts series of Houthi missile and drone attacks

On Tuesday, November 10, 2026, the Saudi-led coalition announced the successful interception of multiple projectiles launched by Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthi forces targeting Saudi Arabia. The attacks included a ballistic missile and a cruise missile aimed at Riyadh, a ballistic missile targeting the kingdom’s southern region, and a drone intercepted over the oil-rich Eastern Province.

Saudi Civil Defence issued early-warning alerts for residents in Riyadh as the threats materialized, later confirming the situation had been neutralized. These incidents occurred shortly after the coalition announced the destruction of a Houthi facility used for the assembly and production of ballistic missile components. The coalition stated that air defences had destroyed all incoming threats, and no immediate casualties were reported following the heightened military activity.

This escalation follows an increase in hostilities that began in September, when Houthi forces advanced toward the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a vital shipping chokepoint. In response, the Houthis have intensified strikes on Saudi airports, ports, and energy infrastructure, while the coalition has maintained a campaign of airstrikes against Houthi targets within Yemen. The situation remains volatile as both sides continue to exchange fire amid the ongoing regional conflict.