Saudi-led coalition claims to have destroyed a Houthi drone heading to Mecca.
Source: Global Times
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Xinhua News Agency, Riyadh, September 16 - Turki Al-Maliki, spokesman for the Saudi-led coalition, stated on the 16th that the Saudi air defense forces intercepted and destroyed a drone from the Yemeni Houthi armed group that was heading towards Mecca on the evening of the 15th.
Classification
Region
West Asia
Analytical Domain
Tactical
Primary Category
Military Operations
Subcategory
Defensive Action
SALUTE Report
Size
Not specified
Activity
Intercepted and destroyed a drone
Location
Mecca · Saudi Arabia
Unit
Saudi Arabian Air Defense Forces
Time
September 15
Equipment
drone
Summary
Saudi Arabian Air Defense Forces intercepted and destroyed a Houthi drone heading towards Mecca on September 15. The operation was conducted by the Saudi-led coalition, ensuring the safety of the area.
Key Facts
- Saudi-led coalition intercepted a drone
- The drone was heading towards Mecca
- The incident occurred on September 15
- Saudi Arabian Air Defense Forces were involved
- The drone belonged to Houthi forces