Saudi Arabia says debris from intercepted Houthi missiles falls in Mecca region

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Saudi Arabia's civil defence said debris from two ballistic missiles intercepted by its air defences fell in the Mecca region on Wednesday.

The authorities said the missiles were intercepted and destroyed, with some debris falling on Sabuhah village, according to the Saudi Press Agency. No injuries or fatalities were reported. 

It added that relevant authorities responded immediately. The authority did not report any injuries or fatalities.

The civil defence noted that the targeting constitutes a flagrant violation of international humanitarian law, and reflects the dangerous approach pursued by the group. 

Houthis have ramped up strikes on the kingdom in recent weeks, targeting it's facilities, civilians, and civilian infrastructure. 

 

 

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