Saudi air defences intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile launched toward Riyadh, while the Saudi-led coalition announced further action against missile launch sites in Yemen.
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA — WEB DESK Saudi-led coalition air defences intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile launched toward the Saudi capital, Riyadh, on Monday, October 26, 2026, the coalition’s spokesperson said.
Major General Turki Al-Maliki confirmed the interception in a statement carried by the Saudi Press Agency. The announcement did not provide further details about the missile’s intended target, its launch location or whether the incident caused any casualties or damage.
In a separate announcement on Monday, the coalition said its forces had destroyed two ballistic missile launchers in Sanaa, Yemen’s capital, which is controlled by the Houthi movement. One of the launchers was identified as the platform used to fire the missile toward Riyadh.
The coalition said operations against the Houthi group’s ballistic missile network were continuing. Further details about the latest operation, including its precise location and any reported casualties, were not immediately available.
The interception comes amid continuing missile and drone threats involving Saudi Arabia and Yemen’s Houthis. Saudi authorities have reported multiple interceptions in recent days, including missiles directed toward Riyadh and other areas of the kingdom.
The continuing exchanges have raised security concerns across the region, particularly around major population centres and critical infrastructure. However, details of each incident—including damage, casualties and the precise circumstances of attacks—require separate confirmation.
The latest announcement adds to the broader confrontation between the Saudi-led coalition and the Houthi movement, which controls Sanaa and parts of Yemen. The situation remains developing, and further official statements may provide additional information about the interception and the coalition’s response.
Daily Evening News will update this report as verified details become available.
