Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defense announced Thursday it intercepted and destroyed three cruise missiles outside the city of Al-Kharj.
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The Saudi Ministry of Defense reported intercepting and destroying three cruise missiles in the vicinity of Al-Kharj on Wednesday, March 5, 2026, according to reports. The announcement was made by Major General Turki Al-Malki, the official spokesperson for the ministry, as detailed in further coverage.
The ministry confirmed the missiles were of the cruise missile type and were destroyed outside the city limits of Al-Kharj, as stated by the Saudi News Agency. This incident comes amid heightened regional security concerns and could influence future diplomatic efforts in the area.