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Saudi Arabia intercepts two drones in eastern region

17 March 2026 12:08

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defence announced that two unmanned aerial vehicles were intercepted and destroyed in the country’s eastern region, citing a statement from Lieutenant General Turki Al-Malki.

Saudi Arabia intercepts two drones in eastern region

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