Saudi Coalition Strikes Houthi Targets Following Ballistic Missile Attacks on Riyadh
- 26, 2026, targeting Houthi missile launchers and storage facilities in Yemen after the Iran-backed group claimed a fresh ballistic missile attack against Riyadh.
- The military operation focused on cutting off supply routes for Houthi forces controlling vast areas of Yemen.
- Saudi Civil Defense confirmed intercepting two ballistic missiles heading toward Makkah and Madinah on Oct.
Arab Saudi launched retaliatory airstrikes on Oct. 26, 2026, targeting Houthi missile launchers and storage facilities in Yemen after the Iran-backed group claimed a fresh ballistic missile attack against Riyadh. Coalition forces destroyed four ballistic missile launchers, a missile depot, and underground tunnels used by the group, according to coalition spokesperson Turki Al-Maliki.
Coalition Airstrikes Target Houthi Facilities Following Riyadh Missile Interception
The military operation focused on cutting off supply routes for Houthi forces controlling vast areas of Yemen. Al-Maliki announced that air defenses successfully intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile aimed at the Saudi capital on Oct. 26. King Khalid International Airport reopened to resume flights on Oct. 25, despite Houthi warnings urging travelers to avoid the aviation hub, which the group labeled a military target. Houthi authorities claimed they struck the airport precisely with a ballistic missile and targeted a Saudi oil pumping station with drones. Pada Senin (26/10), Houthi mengklaim telah menyerang bandara itu dengan rudal balistik, yang menghantam target secara tepat
. Al-Maliki mengumumkan pada Senin (26/10) bahwa pertahanan udara berhasil mencegat dan menghancurkan sebuah rudal balistik yang diluncurkan oleh milisi teroris Houthi ke arah Riyadh
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Debris Falls Near Holy Sites in Makkah and Madinah
Saudi Civil Defense confirmed intercepting two ballistic missiles heading toward Makkah and Madinah on Oct. 24. Debris from the intercepted missiles fell in Wadi Al-Mughammas, located 20 kilometers from the Grand Mosque in Makkah, as well as Al-Nuzha in Jeddah, Wadi Jalil in Taif, and Masturah in Rabigh. Grand Mosque Imam Sheikh Abdulrahman Al-Sudais condemned the repeated attacks, stating they showed malicious intent against Muslims and disregard for the Two Holy Sanctuaries. GCC General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi also condemned the threats against Saudi territory.
Global Airlines Suspend Flights and Alter Regional Routes
International carriers suspended services and altered flight paths across Saudi airspace following safety warnings from the International Ops Group, according to reports citing The Wall Street Journal. At least 20 international airlines canceled or limited services to Saudi cities amid the regional escalation. Flydubai canceled flights to Riyadh, Dammam, and Abha until Oct. 29, while Etihad Airways suspended Abu Dhabi services to Riyadh and Dammam until Nov. 5, 2026. Air France extended its Riyadh suspension to Nov. 14, Lufthansa halted Riyadh flights until Nov. 18, and Cathay Pacific suspended its Riyadh service through Jan. 31, 2027. Emirates: Penerbangan Dubai menuju Jeddah dijadwalkan kembali pada 30 Oktober 2026.
Indonesian Lawmaker Urges Diplomatic Push for Ceasefire
Commission I DPR member Oleh Soleh asked the Indonesian government to launch diplomatic efforts to secure a ceasefire between the Houthi group and Saudi Arabia. Oleh urged Jakarta to collaborate with other Islamic nations to promote dialogue and protect Indonesian umrah pilgrims traveling to the holy sites. He also called on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to monitor security developments and prepare contingency plans for citizens in the kingdom.