Saudi Arabia shot down several missiles and drones launched by Yemen's Houthi militia on Wednesday, stopping attacks aimed at both Riyadh and the holy city of Mecca.
The Saudi-led coalition confirmed three cruise missiles headed for the capital were destroyed, along with two drones targeting Mecca and southern areas.
Houthi spokesperson denies targeting Mecca
A Houthi spokesperson denied aiming at Mecca, saying their focus was on Saudi oil sites and military bases instead.
This marks the second day in a row of intercepted missile threats as tensions between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis keep rising, with both sides ramping up strikes since September.