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Houthis Launch Ballistic Missile at Saudi Capital Riyadh

Sep 19, 202618 sources

Summary

On September 19, 2026, Yemen's Houthi rebels launched a ballistic missile toward Riyadh, Saudi Arabia's capital. Saudi Arabia confirmed the attack, and thick smoke was seen near King Khalid International Airport. The Houthis claimed large-scale strikes on Riyadh and Aramco facilities, escalating hostilities. Saudi Arabia issued air raid alerts, and the United States warned against further escalation.

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