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Saudi Arabia intercepts ballistic missile, downs 15 drones
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- 18 March, 2026
- 12:08
Saudi Arabia said Wednesday that its air defenses intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile launched toward Al-Kharj governorate south of the capital Riyadh, Report informs via Anadolu Agency.
A Defense Ministry spokesman said debris from the interception fell near Prince Sultan Air Base but no damage was reported.
Since early Wednesday, Saudi air defenses have intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile and 15 drones targeting its territory, the Defense Ministry announced.
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