Saudi Defence Ministry intercepts, destroys six drones in Riyadh, Eastern Region

RIYADH, 19th March, 2026 (WAM) -- Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defence said on Thursday it had intercepted and destroyed six drones in Riyadh and the Eastern Region.

The announcement was made in a statement by Defence Ministry spokesperson Major General Turki Al-Malki, carried by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).