Conflict · Riyadh, Saudi Arabia · October 30, 2026

Saudi coalition intercepts Houthi drones

Reported by 5 outlets · first reported Oct 30, 4:49 PM ET

The Saudi-led coalition said it destroyed drones over several regions, including the east and south. It said earlier drones were aimed at Mecca and Medina, which the Houthis denied. Houthis also attacked Aden's airport and palace, Yemen's government said.

Why it matters

Attacks on Saudi Arabia add to risk for Gulf energy supplies already strained by the Iran war.

Background

Saudi Arabia leads a coalition against the Houthis, an armed group controlling much of northern Yemen.

The story so far

1. Oct 19Houthi missile strike on Yemen training camp kills at least 53
2. Oct 20Death toll from Houthi strike on Yemen training camp rises to 73
3. Oct 21Yemen holds mass funeral for recruits killed in Houthi missile strike
4. Oct 28Houthis attack Saudi sites and Aden airport; US staff leave Riyadh
5. Oct 30Saudi coalition intercepts Houthi drones
6. Oct 31Saudi coalition intercepts Houthi drones; Yemen fighting displaces 290,000
7. Nov 1UN demands probe into staffer's death in Houthi custody

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Sources

• Middle East Eye ↗Oct 30, 8:54 PM ET
• Middle East Eye ↗Oct 30, 4:49 PM ET
• Asharq Al-Awsat ↗Oct 30, 7:07 PM ET

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