Missiles intercepted over Saudi Arabia as Houthi attacks prompt emergency measures

Saudi Arabia said it intercepted missiles over the capital Riyadh as ongoing Houthi attacks from Yemen have forced the kingdom to adopt emergency measures.

Air defences have intercepted and destroyed several missiles launched towards southern Saudi Arabia and Riyadh, according to the Saudi-led coalition currently fighting the Houthis in Yemen.

The coalition also indicated that it intercepted a drone over Saudi Arabia's oil-rich Eastern Province.

Fighting between the group - officially known as Ansar Allah - and the kingdom has been occurring daily over recent weeks and has had an impact on civilian life.

A message sent to parents on Monday announced that schools in Riyadh would return to online classes following the attacks.