Saudi-led coalition intercepts Houthi ballistic missile aimed at Mecca

The Saudi-led coalition intercepted and destroyed a Houthi ballistic missile targeting Mecca, marking a direct threat to a holy city and potential escalation in the Yemen conflict. The incident underscores continued Houthi missile capability despite coalition strikes, though impact and casualties are unconfirmed. This raises regional tensions and risks broader Saudi retaliation.

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