Saudi Arabia intercepted two ballistic missiles launched by Yemen's Houthis towards Mecca and Medina on Saturday, with debris falling in Jeddah, Taif, and Rabigh. This incident underscores the ongoing conflict and the need for international cooperation in countering the Houthis' missile capabilities.
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The Houthis launched missiles towards Mecca and Medina.: The Houthis launched missiles towards Mecca and Medina.
The debris fell in multiple locations, including Jeddah, Taif, and Rabigh.: The debris fell in multiple locations, including Jeddah, Taif, and Rabigh.
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Saudi Arabia says Houthi missile shrapnel falls in Jeddah, Taif, Rabigh after interceptions
24 October 2026 18:19 BST
Saudi Arabia's Civil Defence said on Saturday it intercepted two ballistic missiles launched by Yemen's Houthis toward the Mecca and Medina regions, with debris falling in several locations, including Jeddah, Taif and Rabigh.
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