Saudi-led Arab coalition supporting legitimate Yemeni government said Sunday its forces destroyed an explosive-laden drone fired by the houthi militias against populated areas in southern Saudi Arabia.

The houthis fired the booby-trapped drone to hit civilians and civilian facilities in Khamis Mushait area, official SPA news agency said citing a tweet by the coalition.

It said coalition forces followed rules of engagement in a drive to prevent civilian casualties.

It added the houthis were still violating international humanitarian law by attacking civilian areas.

Source: Kuwait News Agency