InternationalTuesday, 15 September 2026·The Hindu - International
Houthi missile and drone attacks in Saudi Arabia: 13 civilians wounded in Khamis Mushait, Abha and Taif
On 15 September 2026, Houthi attacks with ballistic missiles and drones wounded 13 civilians in southern Saudi Arabia and damaged houses and vehicles.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On 15 September 2026, the Riyadh-led coalition said Houthi attacks on Khamis Mushait, Abha and Taif in southern Saudi Arabia wounded 13 civilians and damaged seven houses and two vehicles.
Key specifics
- The coalition said the attacks occurred on Monday, 14 September 2026.
- Three Saudi cities were named: Khamis Mushait, Abha and Taif.
- The weapons used were ballistic missiles and drones, according to the coalition spokesman on X.
- Thirteen civilians suffered minor to moderate injuries in the attacks.
- Seven houses and two vehicles were damaged in the incident.
Exam lens
Question type: International security and West Asia geography, key facts: Riyadh-led coalition, 13 civilians, 7 houses, 2 vehicles, 14-15 September 2026, Khamis Mushait-Abha-Taif. TNPSC one-liner: Which Saudi cities were targeted by Houthi missiles and drones, and how many civilians were wounded?