Saudi air defenses intercept multiple Houthi missiles and drones across the kingdom
Saudi-led coalition reports that its air defenses destroyed three cruise missiles targeting the Riyadh region, intercepted a ballistic missile, and shot down drones aimed at Mecca, southern areas and the eastern region on 11 Nov. Civil defence issued alerts for Riyadh, Abha, Khamis Mushait, Taif, Yanbu and other cities, later confirming the threats had passed. The Houthis claim strikes on King Khalid International Airport, an oil facility in Abqaiq and a pumping station in Yanbu, while also saying they used air defences against Saudi aircraft.
Key facts
- Coalition spokesman Turki Al-Malki confirmed interception of three cruise missiles and a ballistic missile.
- Houthi-run Saba agency reported Saudi air strikes on a petrol station in Jadar and a state oil building in southern Sanaa.
- Gulf Cooperation Council defence ministers agreed to establish a forward command in Kuwait.
- Houthi health ministry spokesperson Dr. Anis al-Asbahi said civilians were wounded in Jubbanah and Qatabir districts.
- Saudi state media said a fire on the East‑West Pipeline in Madina province was limited and did not affect operations.
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Why it matters
The attacks highlight ongoing Saudi‑Houthi conflict and risks to regional oil infrastructure.
What changed
First published from Middle East Eye, The Straits Times, Anadolu Agency, The National and Asharq Al-Awsat