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Israel Iran War · 20 March 2026

Saudi Arabia downs dozens of drones as Gulf attacks intensify

Saudi Arabia downs dozens of drones as Gulf attacks intensify

Saudi Arabia has intercepted and destroyed at least 26 drones in a single day as aerial attacks across the Gulf continue to escalate. Authorities said multiple threats were neutralised over several hours, with similar missile and drone activity reported in neighbouring states including Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates. The surge in attacks highlights the widening impact of the conflict involving Iran across the region.

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