The Saudi‑backed coalition announced on Oct. 31 that it had intercepted and destroyed a drone launched by the Houthi militia in the southern region of Yemen, according to the Saudi Press Agency.
Major General Turki Al‑Malki, spokesperson for the coalition, confirmed the action at 04:14 local time (01:14 GMT), noting that the unmanned aerial vehicle had been destroyed in the area.
The report came as part of the coalition’s ongoing counter‑terrorism operations aimed at countering Houthi militant activity.
The announcement was issued by the Saudi Press Agency, which stated that the UAV had been intercepted by coalition forces operating over Yemen’s southern region.
Later statements from coalition officials reiterated the successful neutralization of the threat posed by the Houthi‑launched drone.
The incident highlights the security tensions in Yemen and reflects the coalition’s continued efforts to impede Houthi‑initiated hostile actions.
