Riyadh | BETH – March 10, 2026

Saudi security and military authorities announced the foiling of several attempted drone attacks, as air defense systems and civil defense units dealt with the incidents over the past hours without any human casualties being recorded.

Two Drones Intercepted Heading Toward Shaybah Field

The official spokesperson for the Saudi Ministry of Defense, Major General Turki Al-Maliki, stated that Saudi air defenses intercepted and destroyed two drones in the Empty Quarter that were heading toward the Shaybah oil field.

Al-Maliki confirmed that air defense systems successfully dealt with the threat as part of the ongoing efforts to protect the Kingdom’s security and the safety of its vital facilities.

Drone Intercepted East of Al-Kharj

In another statement, the spokesperson for the Ministry of Defense explained that a hostile drone was intercepted and destroyed east of Al-Kharj Governorate.

He indicated that air defense systems handled the target according to established procedures to ensure the protection of vital sites and the safety of residents.

Drone Crash in Al-Zulfi

Meanwhile, Civil Defense announced that it responded on Tuesday morning 21 Ramadan 1447 AH corresponding to March 10, 2026, to the crash of a drone at a residential site in Al-Zulfi Governorate.

Civil Defense stated that the incident resulted in limited material damage, with no injuries reported, praise be to God.

Intercepting Ballistic Missiles

The official spokesperson for the Ministry of Defense, Major General Turki Al-Maliki, stated that Saudi air defenses intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile launched toward the Eastern Province.

He added that six ballistic missiles launched toward Prince Sultan Air Base were also intercepted, with air defense systems successfully dealing with them.