Saudi air defenses thwarted on Tuesday a series of Iranian missile attacks and drone incursions targeting the Riyadh region and the Eastern Province.
The Saudi Civil Defense said that debris from intercepting a drone fell in al-Kharj Governorate, resulting in two minor injuries and limited material damage
Defense Ministry spokesman Turki al-Malki stated earlier Tuesday that four ballistic missiles launched towards the Riyadh region and the Eastern Province were intercepted and destroyed.
He also announced the interception and destruction of an additional three ballistic missiles, bringing the total number shot down to seven.
Al-Maliki added that Saudi Air Defense Forces also managed to intercept and destroy 10 drones in the past hours, as part of the ongoing response to aerial attacks.
The official spokesperson for the Civil Defense stated that drone interception debris fell twice in Al-Kharj, causing material damage in residential areas.
The first incident damaged six homes without injuries, while the second affected three homes and vehicles. Two people were slightly injured in the later incident, with one already discharged after treatment.
Authorities confirmed that the incidents were handled according to established procedures. Saudi defenses remain on high alert to counter various threats and protect airspace and vital facilities.
