Saudi-led coalition intercepts drones as Egypt weighs sending help
Summary
The Saudi-led coalition fighting Yemen’s Houthi rebels said it destroyed four drones over Saudi Arabia, including near the capital Riyadh. Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi said Egypt is ready to help defend Saudi Arabia if asked, while fighting and missile attacks continue in Yemen.Key Facts
- The Saudi coalition intercepted four drones near Riyadh, the Eastern Province, and the South.
- Riyadh’s King Khalid airport has been hit by about 20 attacks since July, including one last week killing 13 people.
- The Houthi rebels launched missiles near Aden airport and the presidential palace, killing at least five people.
- Yemeni government forces said they advanced in Marib province, northeast of the capital Sanaa.
- Saudi Arabia supports the Yemeni government with air strikes, including on Houthi oil facilities.
- Egyptian President el-Sisi said Egypt wants to defend Saudi Arabia but is not seeking to join any fighting.
- Egypt’s parliament will hold an emergency session to discuss possible help for Saudi Arabia.
- Saudi Arabia blames Iran for encouraging the Houthis, while Iran calls for a political solution to the conflict.
- In response to attacks, some embassies limited travel in Saudi Arabia and the Saudi education ministry extended remote learning in Riyadh.
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