The attack followed emergency air raid alerts in Riyadh and Al Kharj, with reporting that Ansarallah targeted the Prince Sultan Airbase using ballistic missiles. While the coalition successfully neutralized the threat, debris from a THAAD interceptor reportedly struck a vehicle in the city. Houthi officials have threatened further strikes on Saudi airports and oil sites and recently announced a "qualitative military operation" within the kingdom.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Saudi Arabia Intercepts Houthi Missile Injuring One in Riyadh
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Falling debris from a downed ballistic missile wounded one resident and damaged a home and car in Riyadh on Wednesday, the Saudi Civil Defense said. The injuries and limited property damage occurred after the Saudi-led coalition intercepted and destroyed a missile launched by Houthi forces targeting the capital, ending a period of no reported casualties during the escalation.
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