Saudi Arabia reports drone interceptions over Riyadh, 55 shot down overnight

Saudi Arabia reports drone interceptions over Riyadh, 55 shot down overnight Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defense said its air defences intercepted and destroyed 55 drones in the Eastern Province overnight. The ministry also said three drones were shot down over Riyadh and the Eastern regions. In a statement, the ministry’s official spokesperson said the drones were intercepted by Saudi air defences, adding that “all hostile targets were destroyed,” without providing further details.

Localisation: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Middle East
Source: Middle East Eye
Categorie: security
Date: Mon, 16 Mar 2026 06:34:28 +0000