RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Civil Defense authorities lifted an aerial threat warning in Najran Province after a potential danger alert was issued through the Kingdom’s National Early Warning Platform.
According to reports, the warning was withdrawn after the threat had passed. Residents were urged to continue following official safety instructions and avoid gathering or filming at incident locations.
The development came amid heightened regional security tensions and reports of missile and drone interception operations targeting Saudi Arabia.
Two Ballistic Missiles Intercepted
- The Saudi-led Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen announced that its air defense systems intercepted and destroyed two ballistic missiles targeting Najran Province.
- Coalition spokesperson Major General Turki Al-Maliki said debris fell following the interceptions and that authorities were assessing possible damage.
- Saudi Civil Defense had issued a potential danger warning for Najran earlier in the day before subsequently announcing that the threat had passed.
Drone Intercepted in Makkah Region
- In a separate development, the coalition reported that a drone was intercepted and destroyed over the Makkah region.
- Authorities did not publicly identify the drone’s launch source or specify its intended target in the reported announcement.
- The incidents occurred amid continued missile and drone related security alerts across different parts of Saudi Arabia.
Public Safety Advisory
Saudi Civil Defense urged residents to:
- Follow official emergency alerts and safety instructions.
- Avoid gathering near interception or impact locations.
- Refrain from filming or circulating information about interception operations and debris sites.
- Continue monitoring official announcements.
Authorities have emphasized public safety and responsible sharing of information during security alerts.
Background
- Saudi Arabia has experienced repeated aerial threat warnings in recent weeks amid escalating tensions involving Yemen’s Houthi group.
- On November 2, Saudi Civil Defense also lifted alerts issued for Najran, Abha, Taif and Khamis Mushait after authorities announced that the danger had passed.
- The latest incident highlights continued security concerns in the Kingdom’s southern region.
