Saudi confirms first death amid Houthi conflict, intercepts drone in Taif

Saudi Arabia's civil defence has confirmed the first death amid the escalating conflict with the Yemeni militant group, the Houthis. In a statement on Thursday, the Saudi agency said the fallen shrapnel from a drone interception has resulted in the death of the Yemeni national.

This handout picture reportedly shows burning military vehicles that the Houthis targeted in al-Jawf. (AFP/Representational )A spokesperson for the civil defence agency said the interception of the drone and its fallen fragments resulted in the death of a resident of Yemeni nationality. The agency added that a female citizen and Pakistani national were injured due to the fallen fragments of the drone, both in critical condition.

“Material damage to a number of buildings, and vehicles was also caused due to the interception,” the agency added.

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