Saudi Arabia intercepts, destroys five drones in Eastern Region

Saudi aerial defences successful down drones in Eastern Region

Last updated: March 20, 2026 | 08:10

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RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defence announced that five drones were intercepted and destroyed in the Eastern Region, Saudi Press Agency (SPA) quoted the Spokesperson of the Ministry of Defence Major General Turki Al-Malki as saying.

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