Riyadh Schools Move Online After Missile Alerts
Saudi Arabia intercepted incoming missiles and a drone, forcing a third consecutive day of shelter-in-place warnings in the capital.
By Harper Collins ·
Riyadh residents faced a third straight day of air raid alerts on Tuesday as Saudi Arabia reported intercepting missiles and a drone. The alerts, issued via phone, instructed citizens to take shelter. Authorities withdrew the warning minutes after sending it.
Schools in the capital shifted to online classes starting Tuesday, November 10. Parents received the notice on Monday, describing the move as part of continuing precautionary measures. The notification did not specify when students would return to classrooms or how long the remote schedule would last.
The Saudi-led coalition announced that its air defenses destroyed several incoming missiles. It also confirmed the interception of a drone over the Eastern Province, a region known for oil production. These attacks follow a daily pattern of engagement between Saudi forces and the Houthis in recent weeks.
Businesses in Riyadh have largely continued operations through remote work. Air travel remains disrupted following a deadly attack on the city's airport on October 11. While a limited number of flights have resumed, the Houthis have stated that most Saudi airspace should be considered unsafe.
The conflict has intensified the humanitarian crisis in Yemen. Saudi strikes on Sanaa over the weekend resulted in heavy casualties. The Sanaa-based Ministry of Health reported that 44 people died and 40 others were wounded in the Alshariyah area of Bani Hushaysh, east of Sanaa.
Among the dead were 21 children and 10 women, according to the ministry. The total casualty count reached 84. Rescue teams continued searching for missing persons in the affected area.
