The National Early Warning Platform initially issued an emergency notice for the Eastern Province to warn residents of potential danger, while Patriot missile defense activity was observed over Hofuf. Following airspace disruptions over Jeddah and Dammam, warning alerts were later expanded to include Riyadh. The attacks are attributed to retaliation by Yemeni forces against Saudi infrastructure.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Saudi Arabia Intercepts 2 Houthi Missiles Near Aramco Headquarters
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Loud booms and explosions rocked the Sharqiya region on Oct. 13, triggering emergency alarms across several cities. 6 sources cited by Reuters reported hearing these sounds in Dhahran, particularly in the vicinity of the primary corporate offices of Saudi Aramco. The Saudi-led Coalition intercepted and destroyed two ballistic missiles launched by Houthi forces over the locations of Haradh and Dammam, confirming that the militants targeted the kingdom's eastern energy hub.
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