Saudi air defenses intercepted two Houthi drones and a ballistic missile targeting Riyadh early Saturday, according to the Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen. The attack, which also targeted Khamis Mushayt, was thwarted by Saudi military systems, officials confirmed. Col. Turki Al-Maliki, a Coalition Forces spokesman, reported the drones were destroyed before they could reach their intended targets. A separate missile was also intercepted, marking a significant defensive action against Iran-backed Houthi attacks. The incident comes amid ongoing tensions in the region, with the U.S. Playing a key role in diplomatic efforts to reopen the strategic Hormuz Strait. The Saudi-led coalition emphasized the threat posed by Houthi militants, who have been launching frequent strikes against Saudi territory. The intercepted weapons were part of a broader pattern of attacks, highlighting the continued conflict in Yemen and the regional instability it fuels.