The Coalition: Interception and destruction of a ballistic missile fired towards Riyadh
Air defense intercepted a ballistic missile fired by the Houthi militia towards Riyadh, according to an official statement by spokesperson Turki Al-Maliki.
Translated by Qiyas from كونا — Original source
Riyadh, October 25 (KUNA) -- The Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen announced on Sunday that its air defense intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile launched by the so-called Houthi militia toward Riyadh. This was stated in a brief statement by Brigadier General Turki Al-Maliki, the official spokesperson for the coalition forces. Earlier in the day, Saudi Civil Defense announced that the threat had passed in the Riyadh area following an early warning alert. In a statement, Civil Defense urged the public to comply with instructions and guidelines issued by the competent authorities, to stay away from debris impact sites, to avoid approaching or touching the debris, and to report any findings by calling 911 in the Riyadh area. (End) K.N.S. / M.A.A.