Saudi Civil Defense: One Death and Two Injuries from Debris After Intercepting a Houthi Drone in Taif

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The official spokesperson for the Civil Defense stated that on Thursday, 17/09/2026, the Civil Defense in Taif - western Saudi Arabia - responded to the fall of debris from a drone after it was intercepted and destroyed, as it was launched by the terrorist Houthi militia.

As a result, a Yemeni resident was killed, a citizen was injured, and a resident from Pakistan is in critical condition, in addition to material damage to several buildings and vehicles.

The terrorist Houthi militia continues to repeatedly attack cities and areas in Saudi Arabia and its vital facilities, in a systematic and deliberate targeting of civilians.

In response, Riyadh strongly condemns the continued criminal and deliberate attacks by the terrorist Houthi militia on civilian objects and civilians in the Kingdom.

Saudi Arabia previously affirmed that the security of this country, the safety of its territories, and its resources is a fundamental principle that cannot be compromised, and its legitimate right to defend itself and protect its sovereignty, its citizens, residents, and vital interests; in accordance with the United Nations Charter and the provisions of international law.