Saudi Arabia: Air defenses intercept Houthi missile in Jizan July 10 /update 1

Event

Saudi air defense forces reportedly intercepted a Houthi missile in Jizan province on Tuesday, July 10. According to Houthi-run news outlets, the missile was fired at Jizan Economic City. No associated casualties or damages were immediately reported. Additional Houthi missile attacks aimed at southern Saudi Arabia are possible in the near-term.

Context

Saudi Arabia has been engaged in the Yemeni Civil War, backing the Yemeni government against Houthi separatists, since 2015. Southern Saudi Arabia is a frequent target of Houthi attacks, and Riyadh has seen several missile attacks in the last several months; however, they rarely result in significant damages or casualties. Notably, Houthi militants launched a missile attack on Riyadh on March 25, coinciding with the third anniversary of the start of the Saudi-led intervention in Yemen; one person was killed in the strike.

Advice

In the event of a missile attack, individuals in Saudi Arabia are advised to seek shelter, monitor developments to the situation, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities or their home governments.