Riyadh:Air defenses successfully intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile launched by the Houthi group targeting Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province, according to a statement by Maj. Gen. Turki Al Malki, spokesperson for the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen.

According to Qatar News Agency, the interception took place late Wednesday, as the missile was headed toward the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia. The coalition's air defenses acted swiftly to neutralize the threat posed by the missile launched by the Houthi group.

Maj. Gen. Turki Al Malki confirmed the incident, emphasizing the continued efforts of the coalition to protect Saudi Arabia from such attacks. The statement did not provide additional details on any potential damage or casualties from the attempted strike.