Saudi Arabia reportedly intercepts Houthi drones aimed at Riyadh; Trump says Iran war will end soon

Gulf News reports Saudi Arabia intercepted Houthi drones targeting Riyadh, and that Trump said the Iran war will end soon. The National reports Egypt's National Defence Council pledged support for Saudi Arabia.

Timeline

1. 18 Oct, 02:50 UTCFirst appeared on Gulf News
2. 18 Oct, 06:04 UTCThe National covers Egypt pledging support to Saudi

Top sources

• Middle East conflict: Saudi Arabia intercepts Houthi drones targeting Riyadh; Trump says Iran war will end soonGulf News
• Middle East latest: Egypt’s National Defence Council pledges support for Saudi ArabiaThe National