# Saudi Arabia says it intercepted Houthi missiles aimed at Riyadh; analyst says attacks are expected

https://mins.news/en/video/91817

- Al Jazeera English, 2026-10-08 16:56 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LBBL34ZoGNI

> Saudi Arabia says debris from an intercepted ballistic missile damaged a kindergarten and medical clinic in Riyadh. The Saudi-led coalition in Yemen says it shot down two Houthi missiles targeting Riyadh and another aimed at Khamis Mushait. The Houthis warned workers at Saudi oil facilities to stay away from sites they consider targets. Earlier, they said they attacked King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, the third straight day of strikes.

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