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Nevin Al Sukari - Sana'a - A member of the security forces stand guard during a protest by supporters of the Houthi authorities against the Saudi intervention in Yemen and against Saudi Arabia's recent accusation that the Houthis fired at the holy city of Mecca, in Sanaa on September 18, 2026. — AFP pic
- On September 19, 2026, explosions were reported in Riyadh following an air raid alert issued by Saudi authorities, amid recent attacks by pro-Iranian Houthi forces from Yemen.
- This marks the first direct impact on the Saudi capital since the conflict in Yemen escalated in July.
- Residents received warnings of a "hostile aerial threat" as tensions in the region continue to rise.
First Published: Saturday, 19 Sep 2026 9:03 AM MYT
RIYADH, Sept 19 — Explosions were heard in Riyadh today, an AFP journalist reported, after an air raid alert was issued by Saudi Arabian authorities, who have been regularly targeted in recent days by attacks from pro-Iranian Houthis in Yemen.
“The area is under a hostile aerial threat,” a message received by residents of the Saudi capital read.
This is the first time the capital has been directly affected since the conflict in neighbouring Yemen intensified in July. — AFP
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