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Saudi Air Defenses Intercept Houthi Ballistic Missiles Near Yemeni Border

2024-02-05 15:26:07.154000

In a recent incident near the Yemeni border, a Saudi Patriot battery successfully shot down six Houthi ballistic missiles in just 48 seconds. The Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) 290 Patriot unit intercepted the incoming missiles, launching one missile every six seconds. This successful interception demonstrates the effectiveness of Saudi Arabia's air defense capabilities in countering Houthi missile threats. The RSAF also engaged a ballistic missile that posed a threat to commercial airline flights at Jazan Airport. This incident highlights the ongoing conflict between Saudi Arabia and the Houthi militants, with the Houthis launching nearly 400 ballistic missiles and over 800 one-way attack unmanned air systems (UAS) into Saudi Arabia between 2015 and 2022. To tackle these air defense threats, the RSAF has deployed multiple systems to the Yemeni border. Notable engagements include the first hard-kill engagement of a one-way attack drone using the Silent Hunter system and the engagement of 31 one-way attack drones using the Rheinmetall Skyguard air defense gun system in a single day. [c001e561]

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