Saudi coalition forces have successfully stopped another Houthi attack targeting Mecca, according to a military spokesperson. Major General Turki al-Maliki confirmed that forces destroyed an incoming drone before it reached its intended target.
The latest incident comes amid rising security concerns across Saudi Arabia. Houthi forces have also reportedly launched ballistic missiles towards the Saudi capital, Riyadh. Both missiles were intercepted during the previous night.
However, falling debris from the intercepted missiles caused injuries and property damage. One civilian was injured in the incident. A residential house and a vehicle also sustained damage from the falling debris.
The latest Houthi attack highlights continuing security threats linked to the conflict in Yemen. Saudi authorities have continued monitoring aerial threats and responding to reported attacks. The interception of the drone and missiles prevented further potential damage.
Meanwhile, developments in Yemen have raised additional concerns over the use of weapons against government forces and civilians. The media office of Yemen’s Taiz governorate accused the Houthi group of using potentially toxic weapons.
According to the media office, the group allegedly deployed weapons that may have contained banned gases and other toxic substances. The reported incidents occurred in Al-Aqroud and Kahlan. Government troops and civilians were reportedly among those targeted.
The situation has also worsened around Taiz due to an increasingly tight siege. Several important supply routes have reportedly been cut off. This has created additional difficulties for people and affected access to essential supplies.
Yemen’s Deputy Foreign Minister Mustafa Noman said the Houthi militia was using different types of illegal weapons. His remarks followed reports of alleged chemical and toxic substance use in the affected areas.
Information Minister Moammar al-Eryani also called for international intervention. He urged the United Nations and other international organisations to support an independent investigation. He also stressed the need for accountability over the reported violations.
The allegations have added another dimension to Yemen’s ongoing conflict. An independent investigation could help establish the nature of the weapons used. It could also determine whether international restrictions were violated.
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Meanwhile, Saudi forces remain focused on countering reported aerial threats. The latest Houthi attack and missile interceptions have highlighted continuing regional security concerns. Developments in Yemen and Saudi Arabia remain closely linked to the wider conflict.
