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Saudi Arabia Intercepts Drones Targeting Riyadh's Diplomatic Quarter ...
Saudi air defenses intercepted nearly 50 hostile drones targeting critical diplomatic, military, and oil sites, marking a significant escalation in regional tensions attributed to Iran.
- On Mar 13, 2026, Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Defense said it intercepted nearly 50 hostile drones early Friday, neutralising them before they reached targets.
- Saudi officials said the wave is part of Tehran's campaign against Gulf neighbours since the US war on Iran, calling it a dangerous, unjustified escalation undermining regional stability.
- Saudi Ministry of Defense detailed that intercepted drones threatened the United States Embassy in Riyadh, key oil infrastructure, and military bases, with interceptions near the Diplomatic Quarter, al-Kharj governorate, Eastern Province, and en route to the Shaybah oil field.
- The Saudi Civil Defense issued an Al-Kharj alert via the National Early Warning Platform for Emergencies and lifted it after approximately seven minutes, urging residents to avoid hazardous areas and follow instructions.
- The Israeli military said it launched a new wave of strikes in Tehran on Friday morning as Trump posted 'We are totally destroying the terrorist regime of Iran, militarily, economically, and otherwise...' on Truth Social.
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Saudi Air Defence Intercepts, Destroys Drone over Al-Jawf Region
Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. Saudi air defences intercepted a drone over Al-Jawf on Saturday following a massive 50-drone wave. Amid escalating multi-front strikes involving Israel and Iran, President Trump touted military dominance over Tehran. Meanwhile, reports suggest US officials may have underestimated the risk of Iran closing the strategic Strait of Hormuz. World News | Saudi Air Defence Intercepts, Destroys Drone…
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