Houthi missile attacks disrupt flights and draw condemnation from Saudi Arabia and Al-Azhar

Updated 2026-10-27 · told from many outlets at once

The Saudi-led coalition intercepted a Houthi ballistic missile aimed at Riyadh and destroyed 11 drones and one missile. The interception occurred in Saudi Arabia's eastern region. The Iran-backed Houthi movement has repeatedly attacked Saudi Arabia. Saudi civil defence issued warnings of danger.

• The Saudi-led coalition intercepted a Houthi ballistic missile aimed at Riyadh.
• The Foreign Office stated the attacks violated Saudi Arabia's sovereignty.
• The Houthis denied targeting the two regions.
• Saudi Arabia intercepted two missiles heading toward Mecca and Medina.
• Loud explosions were heard in Riyadh early Friday.

Outlets: Business Recorder, Dhaka Tribune, Gulf News, Middle East Eye, ORF News (Austria), Prothom Alo English, Svenska Dagbladet, The Business Standard (BD), The Express Tribune, The New Arab, Times of India (Top), Times of Israel

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