Saudi Arabia intercepts missiles and drones as fighting with Houthis rages
Saudi-led coalition says intercepted drone, missile launched towards Riyadh and 10 missiles targeting southern region.
Al Jazeera English reports: Saudi-led coalition says intercepted drone, missile launched towards Riyadh and 10 missiles targeting southern region.
This world story centres on Saudi Arabia. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Houthis and Riyadh.
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