Saudi Arabia says it intercepted a Houthi missile

The Saudi-led coalition announced the interception of a ballistic missile launched by Yemen's Houthi rebels toward Riyadh. No information on casualties or damage has been provided.

The Saudi-led coalition reported the interception of a ballistic missile fired by Yemen's Houthi rebels toward Riyadh, the capital of the kingdom. The statement was made on October 20, 2026. Details on possible damage or casualties have not been provided. There has been no reaction from the Houthis so far.