Missile Attack on Southern Saudi Arabia by Houthi Forces

Source: Global Times
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Xinhua News Agency, Riyadh, July 13 (Reporter Luo Chen) - Turki Al-Maliki, spokesperson for the Saudi-led coalition, said on social media on the 13th that its air defense forces intercepted missile attacks launched by the Houthi armed group against southern Saudi Arabia.

Earlier that day, the Houthi armed group accused Saudi Arabia of airstrikes on airports. According to reports from the Masirah TV station controlled by the Houthi armed group, Saudi Arabia carried out multiple airstrikes on the runway of the international airport in Sana'a, the capital of Yemen, which is controlled by the Houthis.

Classification
Region
West Asia
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Military Operations / Weapons & Equipment
SALUTE Report
Size
Not specified
Activity
Intercepted missile attack
Location
Southern Saudi Arabia · Sanaa
Unit
Saudi Arabian Armed Forces, Houthi Forces
Time
July 13
Equipment
missilesair defense systems
Summary

Saudi Arabian air defense intercepted missiles launched by Houthi forces targeting southern Saudi Arabia on July 13. The Houthi forces claimed that Saudi airstrikes had targeted the runway of Sanaa International Airport, which they control. This incident highlights ongoing military tensions in the region.

Key Facts
  • Saudi air defense intercepted missiles launched by Houthi forces.
  • Houthi forces accused Saudi Arabia of airstrikes on Sanaa airport.
  • The incident occurred on July 13.