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Saudi Arabia says US Embassy in Riyadh attacked by two drones, causing a ‘limited fire’

On Tuesday, at least two Iranian drones hit the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, officials said.
Following coordinated U.S. and Israeli attacks on Saturday, Iran began its retaliation campaign, with the embassy strike following Iranian attacks launched in response to Israeli military action.
Saudi defence officials said the drones hit the chancery's roof and perimeter, triggering a limited fire and minor material damage while witnesses cited by Reuters reported a loud blast and dark smoke.
The U.S. Mission to Saudi Arabia ordered Americans in Riyadh, Jeddah and Dhahran to shelter in place and restricted non-essential travel to military installations amid ongoing threats.
The attack follows another embassy strike in Kuwait as US and Israeli strikes on Iran have killed 555 people, including over 160 when a school was hit on Saturday.

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