Saudi Arabia says it intercepted six ballistic missiles fired from Yemen

Saudi Arabia says it intercepted six ballistic missiles fired from Yemen, according to the Saudi military coalition, which warned the Houthis that they would face "a firm response" in the event of a new attack.

The attack was not claimed by Houthi rebels, who control a large part of Yemeni territory. According to available information, the Saudi capital, Riyadh, was targeted for the first time this weekend, marking a possible escalation in the region.

An Unprecedented Threat to the Capital

The fact that Riyadh was targeted for the first time marks a notable development in the conflict that has for several years pitted the Saudi-led coalition against the Iran-backed Houthis. Until now, attacks of this kind had more frequently targeted other Saudi cities or infrastructure.

The Saudi military coalition did not specify the details of the "firm response" it mentioned, nor the timeline for any potential retaliation. The Houthis' failure to claim the attack also leaves uncertainty over exactly who is responsible for the missile launch.

Saudi authorities have not released any human or material toll linked to the interception. The situation continues to be closely monitored by regional observers, amid persistent tensions in the Gulf region.