Tuesday, 02 January 2024 12:17 GMT

SA’s Defense Systems Intercepts Drone Near Riyadh


(MENAFN) Saudi Arabia’s Defense Ministry announced Saturday that its air defense systems successfully detected and destroyed a drone east of the capital, Riyadh, preventing it from reaching its intended target, according to reports.

Earlier the same day, authorities reported that a ballistic missile aimed at Prince Sultan Air Base in Al-Kharj province, southeast of Riyadh, fell in an uninhabited area.

A ministry spokesperson confirmed that the missile did not cause any casualties or damage.

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