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Saudi Arabia-led coalition air defense shot down a Houthi ballistic missile flying toward Riyadh

Turki al-Malki, spokesman for the Saudi Arabia-led coalition, said that air defense systems intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile of the Yemeni Ansar Allah movement launched toward Riyadh. This came amid a series of Houthi attacks in recent days: strikes on King Khalid International Airport, missile debris falling near Mecca and Medina, and an attack on military facilities in Aden.

Aziz Karimov

26 Oct 2026 · 08:202 min read

World

Saudi-led coalition destroys two Houthi missile launchers in Sana'a

Early Monday morning, the coalition struck Sana'a, claiming the destruction of two Houthi ballistic missile launchers, one of which, according to a coalition spokesman, had been used to attack Riyadh. The Houthis earlier claimed strikes on Riyadh airport and military facilities.

Otabek Yusupov

26 Oct 2026 · 08:193 min read

World

US Warned of Escalating Threats in Saudi Arabia as Riyadh Airport Partially Reopens

The US Embassy in Saudi Arabia reported heightened threats from Yemen's Houthis and confirmed an order for State Department staff without emergency duties to depart. King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh partially resumed operations after the October 10 attack that killed 13 people.

Otabek Yusupov

26 Oct 2026 · 03:422 min read

Incidents

Houthis claim missile strikes on Riyadh airport and military bases shortly after flights resumed

Yemen's Houthis claimed three operations involving dozens of ballistic missiles against King Khalid Airport in Riyadh, the Khamis Mushait air base and a base in Jazan. The airport partially resumed operations the same day after a two-week pause. Saudi authorities did not confirm the Houthis' claims; the coalition reported intercepting at least 10 missiles.

Aziz Karimov

25 Oct 2026 · 23:184 min read

Sport

Dakar 2027 Rally to be moved out of Saudi Arabia

The Dakar Rally organizers have announced that the 2027 race will not be held in Saudi Arabia but in a different territory

Aziz Karimov

25 Oct 2026 · 23:153 min read

Economy

Saudi Arabia introduces support measures ahead of electricity and water tariff increases

Saudi Arabian authorities have announced a package of support measures for the population ahead of changes to electricity and water tariffs scheduled for January 1. King Salman, on the proposal of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, ordered monthly payments of 500 riyals to government employees, military personnel, pensioners and a number of social assistance recipients. Requirements for the minimum wage of Saudis in the private sector are also being raised.

Aziz Karimov

25 Oct 2026 · 19:243 min read

World

Saudi Arabia: Two people injured by debris from intercepted Houthi rockets

Saudi authorities reported two injured people and damage to buildings and cars after debris fell from two ballistic missiles intercepted, which were launched by Yemen's Houthis. The coalition announced the interception of 12 rockets and two drones.

Otabek Yusupov

25 Oct 2026 · 19:082 min read

World

Saudi Arabia intercepts a series of Houthi missiles and drones, including an attack on Riyadh

On Sunday, Saudi air defenses intercepted 10 ballistic missiles in the south of the country, as well as a missile and a drone aimed at Riyadh. The attacks occurred on the day of the partial resumption of operations at King Khalid Airport, which had been closed after a strike that killed 13 people. The US warned citizens about the dangers of travel to the region.

Otabek Yusupov

25 Oct 2026 · 16:223 min read

World

Saudi Arabia turns to US for AI weaponry amid Houthi attacks

Saudi Arabia, under attack from Yemen's Houthis, has requested assistance from allies, including the US. Washington is providing intelligence and an AI-based targeting system similar to the Maven Smart System, although, according to media reports, Trump refused Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's request for direct military intervention. Experts doubt that AI technology will solve the Houthi problem. Saudi Arabia, under attack from Yemen's Houthis, has requested assistance from allies, including the US. Washington is providing intelligence and an AI-based targeting system similar to the Maven Smart System, although, according to media reports, Trump refused direct military intervention to Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Experts doubt that AI technology will solve the Houthi problem.

Otabek Yusupov

25 Oct 2026 · 15:585 min read

World

Saudi Arabia-led coalition intercepts 10 Houthi ballistic missiles in the country's south

The Saudi Arabia-led coalition reported intercepting 10 ballistic missiles launched by Yemen's Houthis toward southern Saudi Arabia. The report came after the coalition earlier announced the interception of a Houthi cruise missile in the country's southwest. The publication provides no details on damage or casualties.

Aziz Karimov

25 Oct 2026 · 15:092 min read

World

Saudi Arabia–led coalition reports drone intercepted over Riyadh region

Saudi coalition spokesman Turki al-Maliki said on X that a drone was intercepted and destroyed in the Riyadh capital region. Details of the incident were not disclosed. The day before, the coalition reported intercepting two ballistic missiles, while the Houthis claimed attacks on Saudi airports and oil facilities.

Otabek Yusupov

25 Oct 2026 · 12:162 min read

Politics

US evacuates part of embassy staff in Riyadh amid Middle East escalation

US authorities have ordered non-emergency-essential staff at the embassy in Saudi Arabia and their family members to leave the country. Similar directives have been given to diplomats' families in the UAE, Jordan, Qatar and Bahrain; staffing changes have also been made in Lebanon. The measures are being taken amid concerns about attacks by Yemen's Houthis and tensions linked to Iran.

Otabek Yusupov

25 Oct 2026 · 10:423 min read

Politics

Turkey says it does not plan combat operations against the Houthis under its pact with Saudi Arabia

Turkish Defence Minister Yasar Guler said that possible military assistance to Riyadh would be aimed at strengthening deterrence rather than conflict with the Houthis. The statement was made at a foreign ministers' meeting in Istanbul, where ministers condemned the Houthi escalation.

Otabek Yusupov

25 Oct 2026 · 00:244 min read

World

US issues travel warnings for 13 Middle Eastern countries amid Houthi attacks

The US State Department urged citizens to refrain from travel to 13 countries in the region, including Saudi Arabia, Iran, the UAE and Israel, citing the threat of terrorism and attacks by Yemen’s Houthis on Saudi airports. At the same time, tensions between the US and Iran are rising: Donald Trump has floated a new military operation, and intelligence reports say Iran is preparing attacks on American diplomats.

Aziz Karimov

24 Oct 2026 · 19:033 min read

World

Foreign ministers of eight European and Middle Eastern countries call for restraint at talks in Istanbul

The first meeting of the foreign ministers of the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Egypt was held in Istanbul. Participants called for de-escalation in the region, continued diplomacy on Iran, an end to Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, and the guarantee of freedom of navigation.

Javlon Tursunov

24 Oct 2026 · 00:074 min read

World

Saudi-led coalition says it intercepted 11 Houthi drones and a ballistic missile

The Saudi-led coalition said its air defenses intercepted and destroyed 11 drones over Riyadh, Medina, the Eastern Province and the southern region, as well as a ballistic missile heading toward Najran. The reports came amid an escalation between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis since July and attacks in which four people were killed the day before.

Javlon Tursunov

23 Oct 2026 · 23:132 min read

World

Saudi-led coalition says it intercepted a Houthi ballistic missile near Najran

The Saudi-led coalition said it intercepted and destroyed a Houthi ballistic missile launched toward Najran in the country's southwest. According to the coalition, there were no casualties or damage. Earlier, Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree reported four attacks on targets in Saudi Arabia within 48 hours.

Javlon Tursunov

23 Oct 2026 · 20:142 min read

World

Iraq said it will not allow its territory to be used for attacks on Saudi Arabia

Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein, in a phone call with his Saudi counterpart Prince Faisal bin Farhan, condemned recent attacks on Saudi territory and confirmed that Baghdad will not allow its territory to be used for strikes against Riyadh and other countries in the region. The parties also discussed bilateral relations and cooperation in the security sphere.

Javlon Tursunov

23 Oct 2026 · 15:282 min read