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Saudi Ministry of Defense intercepts ballistic missile launched toward Al-Kharj

Saudi Ministry of Defense intercepts ballistic missile launched toward Al-Kharj

WAM
18 Mar 2026, 07:42 GMT+

RIYADH, 18th March, 2026 (WAM) -- Spokesperson of the Ministry of Defense Major General Turki Al-Malki stated that a ballistic missile launched toward Al-Kharj Governorate was intercepted and destroyed, with shrapnel falling in the vicinity of Prince Sultan Air Base, causing no damage.

Major General Al-Malki said that six drones were intercepted and destroyed in the Eastern Region.

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