RIYADH — Saudi air defenses intercepted and destroyed 4 drones over the Riyadh area on Friday morning, the Protection Ministry mentioned.
Protection Ministry spokesperson Maj. Gen. Turki Al-Maliki mentioned three drones have been intercepted and destroyed east of the Riyadh area, whereas a fourth drone was shot down northeast of the capital.
Earlier, Saudi air defenses additionally intercepted and destroyed three ballistic missiles launched towards Prince Sultan Air Base in Al-Kharj governorate.
In a separate replace, the spokesperson mentioned a cruise missile was intercepted and destroyed east of Al-Kharj governorate.
Authorities mentioned air defenses had additionally intercepted and destroyed two drones, one within the Japanese Province and one other east of Al-Kharj.




