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Saudi Arabia says it intercepts Houthi missiles targeting Riyadh

Saudi Arabia says its air defences intercepted missiles launched by Yemen’s Houthis. The kingdom’s Energy Ministry says falling debris caused minor damage to an Aramco building in Riyadh.

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  • Saudi Arabia says it intercepted missiles aimed at Riyadh as the Houthis claimed attacks on the capital’s financial district and other targets. The Energy Ministry reported minor damage to an Aramco building, with no casualties. BBC NewsFrance 24Al Jazeera

  • The Houthis said they used ballistic and cruise missiles and drones in four operations, naming the financial district, Riyadh airport, Aramco oil storage tanks and Abqaiq among their targets. France 24France 24

  • Eyewitnesses described damage across several floors of the Aramco tower in the King Abdullah Financial District. The Saudi Energy Ministry said falling shrapnel caused minor damage. BBC NewsFrance 24Al Jazeera