Saudi Arabia intercepts Houthi missiles and drones as Riyadh airport reopens
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Saudi Arabia said it intercepted a barrage of missiles and drones launched by Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis on Sunday, including weapons aimed at Riyadh and the kingdom’s southern region.
The Saudi-led coalition said air defences destroyed a ballistic missile and two drones headed toward Riyadh, 10 ballistic missiles targeting southern Saudi Arabia, and a cruise missile aimed at Khamis Mushait. Authorities issued early-warning alerts in Riyadh, Abha and Khamis Mushait before later announcing that the danger had passed in the southern cities. Saudi media also reported the interception of a cruise missile targeting the Madinah region.
The Houthis said they conducted seven operations using ballistic missiles and drones against targets including King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Aramco facilities in Yanbu, and other airports and energy installations. Saudi Aramco did not immediately comment to CNBC.
King Khalid International Airport began reopening two terminals on Sunday, about two weeks after an attack killed at least 13 people and injured about 300. Terminal 1 was designated for domestic flights and Terminal 2 for international services. The Houthis warned airlines, workers and passengers against using the airport, calling it a military target.
India advised its nationals in Saudi Arabia not to film or publish information about interceptions or impact sites, citing possible legal liability. Air India and Air India Express services to Riyadh and Dammam will remain suspended through Nov. 7, while Jeddah services are suspended through Oct. 31, the Indian mission said.
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