The Royal Saudi Air Defense was forced to shoot down missiles which were headed for the Saudi capital Riyadh.
Houthi rebels were suspected of firing the missiles, on the third anniversary of the Saudi-led coalition’s intervention in Yemen.
One man was killed by debris, and images of the successful intercepts were shared on social media:
#Sondakika
— Son Kale Türkiye (@SonKaleTurkiye2) March 25, 2018
Suudi başkenti Riyadh da büyük patlama meydana geldi.
Bu çok şiddetliydi. pic.twitter.com/BaEhm8Z8b2
The RSAD employs several anti-missile technologies, including Lockheed Martin’s THAAD system, and Raytheon’s MIM-104 Patriot.
Saudi state news channel Al-Akhbariya claimed the intercepts took place "northeast of Riyadh."
Alhumdillah The saudi army has successfully intercepted a ballistic missile in the riyadh #saudiarmy#riyadh#riyadhnow#الرياض_الان
— Adnan (@adii_khaan) March 25, 2018
I hope everyone is safe and fine many prayers to the brave and strong army ❤️ 🇸🇦🇸🇦🇸🇦🇸🇦 #الرياضpic.twitter.com/n1ThqBpO1r