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Saudi coalition intercepts Houthi ballistic missile over Riyadh
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- Saudi coalition forces intercepted a ballistic missile aimed at Riyadh, according to spokesperson Turki Al-Maliki.
- Houthi spokesman Yahya Saree said the missile targeted King Khalid International Airport.
- Saudi officials opened an inquiry into air-defence failures after drones cleared a path for missiles.
- U.S. President Donald Trump condemned the Houthis as “misbehaving very badly” without pledging action.
- Etihad, Gulf Air and Delta cancelled or delayed flights to Riyadh and other Saudi cities.