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Arab coalition destroys explosive-laden drone fired by Yemen’s Houthis

Saudi air defenses intercept, destroy 17 Houthi explosive drones
Saudi defense intercept explosive-laden drone. (Supplied)

Arab coalition destroys explosive-laden drone fired by Yemen’s Houthis

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The Arab coalition fighting in Yemen said on Sunday it had destroyed a drone launched by Iran-backed Houthi movement towards the southern Saudi city of Khamis Mushait, Saudi state TV reported.

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On Saturday, Saudi air defenses had intercepted 17 armed drones the coalition said were launched by Houthis towards the kingdom.

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