Saudi air defenses intercept 7 ballistic missiles over Riyadh

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The interceptions were carried out in two separate incidents involving four missiles and three missiles targeting the capital: official

Staff Writer, Saudi Gazette

March 31, 2026

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RIYADH — Saudi air defenses intercepted and destroyed seven ballistic missiles launched toward Riyadh, Ministry of Defense spokesman Maj. Gen. Turki Al-Malki said.

Al-Malki said the interceptions were carried out in two separate incidents involving four missiles and three missiles targeting the capital.

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