Saudi defenses downed on Monday several hostile drones and ballistic missiles fired at the Eastern Region.
Defense Ministry spokesman Turki al-Malki said five ballistic missiles and a cruise missile were destroyed in the Eastern Region.
Seven drones were also shot down as part of the Kingdom’s ongoing efforts to confront aerial threats.
The Defense Ministry underscored the readiness of its forces and abilities to protect the Kingdom’s skies and handle various threats.
It stressed that it was continuing to take the necessary measures to protect the Kingdom’s security and safety.
Meanwhile, Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz received in Riyadh on Monday British Secretary of State for Defense John Healey for talks on the strategic defense partnership between their countries and opportunities for its further development.
They discussed regional developments and their repercussions for the security and stability of both the region and the world, condemning the ongoing Iranian attacks against the Kingdom.