Coalition Intercepts and Destroys Houthi Cruise Missile Above Madinah

Interception Over Madinah

The Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen announced on Thursday that it had intercepted and destroyed a Houthi cruise missile over the Madinah region.

Coalition spokesman Maj. Gen. Turki Al-Maliki confirmed that the missile had been launched by the Houthi militia and was successfully intercepted over the same area.

Recent Attack Trend

The interception occurred amid a series of attacks over the past few days, during which the coalition said it had intercepted and destroyed a total of 14 missiles and drones aimed at Saudi territory.

Details of the Threats

Among the intercepted threats were ballistic and cruise missiles directed at Riyadh, Al‑Kharj and the Eastern Province, together with five unmanned aerial vehicles aimed at the capital and the southern region.

Coalition Response

The coalition reiterated that it is implementing strict operational measures to counter the attacks, pledging to neutralise and destroy the Houthis’ offensive capabilities while safeguarding civilians.