Saudi Arabia says shrapnel from intercepted ballistic missile in Asir injures one

An Asian expat was injured after shrapnel from an intercepted ballistic missile fell in Ahad Rafidah governorate in the Asir region, Saudi Arabia's state news agency reported.

The missile was fired on Friday by the Houthi group, it said.

Authorities added that a prayer room of a building and several vehicles were damaged in the incident.

Civil Defense: Falling Houthi Missile Shrapnel Injures Resident, Causes Damage in Ahad Rafidah, Aseer.https://t.co/6ezjo0040p#SPAGOV pic.twitter.com/kVB3UiGvVo

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