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Saudi-led coalition warns civilians ahead of Sanaa operation

Published : Tuesday, 13 October, 2026 at 7:27 PM

Observer Online Report

The Saudi-led coalition has announced plans to warn civilians to leave a designated area of Yemen’s capital, Sanaa, ahead of a military operation, as Iran-backed Houthi rebels threaten attacks on Riyadh, raising tensions in the region.

Coalition spokesperson Major General Turki Al-Maliki said on Tuesday that civilians would be warned to evacuate the specified area before the operation began. He did not disclose the target or the exact timing.

The coalition also said it had detected and destroyed three drones north of the Saudi capital, Riyadh, amid continued threats and attacks by the Houthi rebels.

The Houthis have recently threatened further attacks on Saudi airports, military installations and oil infrastructure. Following the announcement of a possible operation in Sanaa, the group threatened to target Riyadh in retaliation.

Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Saree has repeatedly warned international airlines against operating flights to Saudi airports. The group has also claimed attacks on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and a military airbase in Khamis Mushait.

Recent missile and drone attacks targeting Riyadh’s international airport have reportedly killed at least 14 people and injured more than 300.

Amid the security situation, Saudi authorities have extended the suspension of operations at King Khalid International Airport until October 17, disrupting international air travel and forcing several airlines to cancel some services.

On Monday night, the Saudi-led coalition said it had intercepted a ballistic missile launched towards Riyadh. Residents of the capital had earlier reported hearing explosions after receiving an aerial attack warning.

The Houthis later claimed responsibility for an attack targeting King Khalid International Airport. The coalition, however, said the missile heading towards Riyadh had been destroyed.

Saudi authorities have vowed to respond to attacks on their territory. Meanwhile, coalition forces have continued operations against Houthi military positions and missile launch sites in Yemen.

The planned evacuation warning in Sanaa signals preparations for a possible new military operation, raising concerns that the conflict between the Saudi-led coalition and the Houthis could intensify.

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