Coalition Downs Armed Drone, 2 Ballistic Missiles Launched by Houthis

Arab Coalition spokesman Col. Turki al-Malki. SPA
Arab Coalition spokesman Col. Turki al-Malki. SPA
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Coalition Downs Armed Drone, 2 Ballistic Missiles Launched by Houthis

Arab Coalition spokesman Col. Turki al-Malki. SPA
Arab Coalition spokesman Col. Turki al-Malki. SPA

The Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen said Thursday that it intercepted and downed an armed drone and two ballistic missiles launched by Houthi militias towards Saudi Arabia.

In a statement, Coalition spokesman Col. Turki al-Malki said the joint forces were able to down the drone and destroy the ballistic missiles launched by the Iran-backed group to target civilians in Khamis Mushait.

He accused the terrorist militias of violating the international humanitarian law and of threatening regional and international security.

Malki also said that the Houthis have thwarted efforts to reach a comprehensive political solution in Yemen.

He reiterated that the command of the Coalition’s joint forces would continue to take the necessary measures to deal with the terrorist aggression of the Houthis in line with the international humanitarian law.



UN Expert Commends Saudi Arabia's Efforts for Older Persons' Rights

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Saudi flag.
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UN Expert Commends Saudi Arabia's Efforts for Older Persons' Rights

Saudi flag.
Saudi flag.

UN Independent Expert on the enjoyment of human rights by older persons Claudia Mahler praised Saudi Arabia’s efforts and achievements in promoting and protecting the rights of older persons.

Mahler's commendation follows her visit to the Kingdom in April, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Friday.

During the visit, she observed efforts to promote and protect the rights of seniors in various regions and cities, including Riyadh, Buraidah, Unaizah, Zulfi, Jeddah, Al-Baha, and a host of villages.

The visits by independent experts are part of the Special Procedures of the United Nations Human Rights Council and are conducted at the formal invitation of the government.