Saudi-led coalition says it has destroyed Yemeni rebels' missile facilities.
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26 Oct, 01:34ZSaudi-led coalition says it intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile toward Riyadh by Yemen's Houthis.
26 Oct, 07:17ZHouthis claim new missile attack on Riyadh airport.
26 Oct, 10:41ZSaudi-led coalition says it struck Houthi missile facilities, destroying launchers, tunnels, and a missile depot.
27 Oct, 00:32ZSaudi-led coalition says it intercepted Houthi missiles and drones attacking the kingdom.
First reportThe Japan Times · 26 Oct, 01:33Z
Latest reportndtv.com · 27 Oct, 03:44Z
Span26 hours · 2.0h between reports on average
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Why it matters
What
AP News and the South China Morning Post carry the coalition’s claim.
Why
The facilities are part of the rebels’ missile capability.
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Independent confirmation of the reported destruction.
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How it unfolded — every article
Summary
- Houthis claimed a fresh strike on Riyadh's international airport on Sunday.
- Saudi Arabia announced flights had resumed despite ongoing attacks by the group.
- King Khalid International Airport displayed domestic and international flights on Sunday.
- Flightradar24 showed some flights departed, though many were canceled.
- Explosions rattled Riyadh as residents were warned of a hostile threat.
Summary
- Saudi-led coalition says it intercepted a ballistic missile fired by the Houthis toward Riyadh.
- Houthis claimed attack on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport after flights resumed.
- Authorities warned residents of a hostile aerial threat targeting Riyadh.
- The strike follows blasts in Riyadh and prior deadly attack at the airport this month.
- The airport closure disrupted events and travel, including delays to a major investment conference.
Summary
- Saudi-led coalition says it intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile fired by the Houthis toward Riyadh.
- Houthis claim they targeted the airport and struck oil pumping stations with drones.
- Riyadh airport had recently reopened after earlier explosions and warnings of threats.
- Attack forced postponement of Saudi investment conference and disrupted travel plans.
- Coalition and Houthi statements reflect a broader escalation amid a collapsed truce.
Summary
- Coalition says it destroyed five tunnels used for storing ballistic missiles.
- Four ballistic missile launchers and another missile storage facility were destroyed.
- Operation targeted Houthi-controlled areas to cut supply lines to front-line fortifications.
- Explosions were heard in Sanaa and along Yemen's Red Sea coast following the strikes.
- Houthis claimed to have struck government forces in Aden and Lahj provinces.
Summary
- Houthis claim drone attacks targeted Saudi East-West Pipeline oil pumping stations.
- Saudi forces intercepted a ballistic missile at King Khalid International Airport, Riyadh.
- Houthis say they launched dozens of missiles toward Riyadh, claiming success.
- Dakar Rally organizers moved the event from Saudi Arabia due to attacks.
- Airport temporarily resumed limited operations after prior attacks; casualties reported earlier.