In brief
On November 3, 2026, Saudi‑led coalition forces claimed to have intercepted and destroyed a UAV launched by the Houthi militia toward southern Yemen. Major General Turki Al‑Malki announced the action, citing it as evidence of the coalition’s defense capabilities. The incident highlights the ongoing security threats posed by Houthi attacks.
On November 3, 2026, the Saudi‑led coalition announced it had intercepted and destroyed a UAV launched by the Houthi militia heading toward the southern region of Yemen.
Major General Turki Al‑Malki, the official spokesperson of the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen, said the drone was launched by the “terrorist Houthi militia” and was destroyed by coalition forces. The announcement was made at 22:51 local time (19:51 GMT) and was carried by the Saudi Press Agency.
The interception is described by the coalition as part of its ongoing efforts to defend against Houthi attacks and to suppress the militia’s threat to the region’s security.
