DUBAI: The Arab coalition said on Tuesday it destroyed two drones launched by the Iranian backed Houthi militia towards Saudi Arabia, Saudi state TV reported. The coalition said it is taking the necessary operational measures to protect civilians in accordance with international humanitarian law. Earlier on Sunday, the Arab coalition destroyed three explosive-laden drones launched by the Houthis towards Saudi Arabia on Sunday. Two of the drones were launched toward the southern region whilst the third targeted Khamis Mushait, Al-Ekhbariya reported. A Saudi initiative, announced by Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan last week, proposed a nationwide truce, easing restrictions on shipping entering Houthi-controlled seaports, and reopening Sanaa airport to a limited number of regional and international destinations. The Houthis have “provisionally” accepted the initiative to end the war in Yemen, but are demanding unchecked flights from Sanaa airport to unlimited destinations before giving the peace plan their final approval.