World · 27 July 2026
Saudi Arabia destroys drones fired from Iraq at its oil facilities
The kingdom's defence ministry said the incoming weapons were aimed at sites in Riyadh and the Eastern Province. Officials blamed armed groups supported by Iran for the attempted strikes, telling the Iraqi government to stop fighters using its soil. The Saudi foreign ministry quickly condemned Monday's attacks and warned it reserves the right to strike back.
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