Saudi-led coalition forces intercepted and destroyed a Houthi-launched cruise missile targeting the Riyadh region. Coalition spokesperson Major General Turki al-Malki formally confirmed the operation in a statement published on X. The military response occurred on November 7 as neighboring countries actively pursue de-escalation measures. Concurrently, Qatar's prime minister is conducting mediation between Iran and the United States to prevent wider regional conflict.
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Saudi-led coalition forces destroy Houthi missile over Riyadh region
7 November 2026 05:44 GMT
Saudi-led coalition forces intercepted and destroyed a cruise missile launched by the Houthis targeting the Riyadh region, spokesperson for the forces, Major General Turki al-Malki, said in a post on X.
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