The key facts

  • A 'hostile projectile' fell in the city of Najran in southwestern Saudi Arabia, leaving six people injured.
  • Three houses and three cars were damaged — according to the kingdom's Civil Defense.
  • No party has been named responsible for the attack; Anadolu links the event to the conflict in Yemen and Houthi attacks.

Incident in Najran

Saudi Arabia's Civil Defense reported on Sunday, October 18, that a 'hostile projectile' fell in the southwestern city of Najran, leaving six people injured. In a brief statement published on the social network X, the agency also reported damage to three houses and three cars.

Who is behind the attack

The Civil Defense did not disclose who was behind the attack. According to the Anadolu agency, the incident occurred against the backdrop of ongoing fighting in Yemen, which is spilling over into the territory of neighboring Saudi Arabia: the Houthis have previously attacked the kingdom with missiles and drones.