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Saudi Arabia Attack: Ballistic Missiles, Drones Fired; Army Conducts Major Operation.
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CNBC Awaaz•26-09-2026, 15:02
Saudi Arabia Attack: Ballistic Missiles, Drones Fired; Army Conducts Major Operation.
- •Iran-backed Houthis launched two ballistic missiles and two drones towards Saudi Arabia.
- •Missiles were headed for Khamis Mushait, while drones targeted the capital Riyadh.
- •The Saudi-led coalition successfully intercepted all incoming missiles and drones.
- •Houthis have been attacking Saudi Arabia since July, targeting cities, energy infrastructure, and maritime vessels.
- •Military chiefs from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey met in Riyadh to review threats and discuss the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement.
Key Questions Answered
The Saudi-led coalition announced that two ballistic missiles and two drones fired towards Saudi Arabia by Iran-backed Houthis were successfully intercepted, with the missiles heading toward Khamis Mushait and the drones moving toward Riyadh.
The Houthis began attacking Saudi Arabia in July after declaring a naval blockade against Riyadh.
The Mecca Joint Defense Agreement, signed last month, states that an armed attack on any one of the member countries would be considered an attack on all, with the purpose of strengthening collective deterrence and military cooperation.
