Conflict · Najran, Saudi Arabia · November 6, 2026

Saudi-led coalition intercepts Houthi missiles; Saudi strikes kill nine in Yemen

Reported by 3 outlets · first reported Nov 5, 8:47 AM ET · from an earlier edition that day

The Saudi-led coalition said it intercepted two Houthi missiles fired at Najran. The Houthi-run authorities said Saudi attacks across Yemen killed nine civilians, including three children. Yemen's government sacked ministers and officers after Houthi gains.

Why it matters

Renewed fighting between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis threatens civilians and flights across the region.

Background

Yemen's civil war has divided the country between the Houthis and a UN-recognized government.

Sources

• Middle East Eye ↗Nov 6, 3:00 AM ET
• Middle East Eye ↗Nov 6, 2:13 AM ET
• The Guardian ↗Nov 5, 8:47 AM ET

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