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The Saudi-led coalition announced it successfully intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile fired by Houthi forces in Yemen targeting the eastern region of Saudi Arabia on Sunday night. The interception represents ongoing air defence operations against attacks from the Iran-backed militant group.

Following the missile intercept, Saudi civil defence authorities declared the all-clear in multiple cities and regions including Dammam, Dhahran, Abqaiq and Al-Ahsa province after issuing alerts about potential threats. The rapid response and declaration of safety indicates effective air defence systems preventing impact in populated areas.

The incident reflects the continuing pattern of ballistic missile attacks by Houthi forces against Saudi Arabia, with the coalition maintaining active defensive operations to protect civilian populations and critical infrastructure across the kingdom’s eastern provinces.

Sources: Times of Israel, Walla, Ynet

Update 06:15: Saudi Arabia’s coalition intercepted and destroyed two ballistic missiles fired by Houthis towards Riyadh, with explosions reported in the capital area.