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Saudi-led coalition intercepts Houthi missiles and drones
Reported by Kunal Bhatia (Senior Writer) · The Hindu - International ·
Confirmed by a second source: Google News - USA World
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The Saudi-led coalition fighting Yemen's Houthis intercepted two ballistic missiles launched towards Riyadh and three drones targeting the kingdom's oil-rich Eastern Province on Sunday, November 15, 2026. This comes after a Houthi attack last week damaged an administrative building of the state oil company Saudi Aramco in the capital's financial hub.
Background
The Houthis control most of the populous parts of Yemen and have intensified their strikes on Saudi airports, ports, and oil facilities in recent days. In response, Saudi Arabia has ramped up its own airstrikes on Houthi targets within Yemen. Pakistan recently called for an immediate end to these Houthi attacks at the United Nations, and Saudi Arabia has also turned to Syria for help as the fighting escalates.
Context
The Eastern Province is the economic powerhouse of Saudi Arabia and holds the majority of the kingdom's oil and gas reserves. It is also home to Aramco's headquarters, which suffered extensive damage in a previous attack in October.
ExplainerWhy this matters
What Happened
The Saudi-led coalition intercepted two Houthi ballistic missiles over Riyadh and three drones over the oil-rich Eastern Province, following a series of intensified attacks by the Yemen-based group on Saudi energy and capital infrastructure.
Why It Matters
These attacks target the core of global energy supplies and economic stability. The Eastern Province holds the vast majority of Saudi Arabia's oil and gas reserves and houses key Aramco facilities, meaning strikes here directly threaten international energy markets and regional security.
What Happens Next
Fighting is expected to continue as the Houthis maintain their campaign against Saudi infrastructure and the kingdom ramps up retaliatory airstrikes in Yemen, while international diplomatic efforts continue through bodies like the United Nations.
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