Coalition Reports Intercepting Ballistic Missile Headed Toward Riyadh

The coalition announced that it had intercepted a ballistic missile heading toward the Saudi capital, Riyadh, as two explosions were heard.

A drone was also intercepted in Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province. The information provided did not identify who launched the missile or the drone, or report any casualties or damage.

The interceptions came amid warnings from the United Nations about a worsening crisis in the Yemeni city of Taiz.

Separately, a ministerial meeting in Istanbul called for the escalation to be contained. No specific measures or commitments from the meeting were detailed.

The developments put renewed focus on the risk of further escalation, alongside the UN’s concerns over conditions in Taiz.