World · 2026-10-15 · Morning briefing

Saudi Arabia intercepts Houthi missile over Riyadh

Saudi Arabia intercepted a ballistic missile over its capital, Riyadh, on Wednesday after explosions were heard across the city. A military spokesman attributed the launch to Iran-allied Houthi rebels in Yemen. The Houthis immediately vowed to continue targeting Saudi international airports and oil infrastructure, framing the attacks as a response to “Saudi aggression” against Yemen’s capital, Sanaa.

The strike pulls wider powers into the conflict. President Trump confirmed he is considering joining attacks on the Houthis. The statement came as U.S. Central Command announced its forces had destroyed an Iran-affiliated vessel in the Gulf of Oman last week. In a televised speech, parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf said Iran must be prepared to fight a “bullying enemy” even while negotiating with America.

This direct attack on a capital city coincides with a sharp increase in regional maritime incidents, with at least 10 vessels attacked near the Strait of Hormuz since Sunday. While Yemen’s government has requested US intelligence support, its foreign minister, Afrah Alzouba, has ruled out peace talks, stating, “We are not calling for starting any negotiations.”

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• Saudi Arabia intercepts three missiles as capital’s international airport remains closed after deadly Houthi attacks
• Saudi-Led Coalition Intercepts Houthi Drone Over Eastern Province
• Several Injured In Riyadh From Houthi Missiles Interceptions, Saudi Aramco Building Targeted
• Fresh Explosions Rock Riyadh As Saudi Arabia Intercepts Houthi Ballistic Missile
• Residents in Saudi Arabia's capital say they have heard new explosions in Riyadh

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