Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defence says it destroyed two drones fired from Iraq by an Iran-linked armed group in an attempt to target the kingdom’s oil installations.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Web Desk: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defence said on Monday that its forces intercepted and destroyed two drones launched from Iraq in an attempt to target the kingdom’s oil facilities, describing the act as a bid at terrorism.
According to a statement issued by the ministry, the drones were fired by an armed group linked to Iraq and Iran, with the intention of striking petroleum installations inside Saudi territory. Both drones were destroyed mid-air before they could reach their targets, the ministry said.
The Saudi Ministry of Defence stated that the launching of the drones amounted to an attempt at terrorism, and stressed that Saudi Arabia reserves the right to defend itself and safeguard its security. The ministry added that the kingdom is entitled, on legal, religious, and moral grounds, to respond to any act of aggression against it.
Officials did not specify the exact location of the oil installations targeted, nor did they immediately name the armed group held responsible beyond describing it as affiliated with Iraq and Iran. No further details were given on the type of drones used or the trajectory from which they were launched.
The incident adds to a series of recent attacks on energy infrastructure across the Gulf region, amid heightened tensions linked to the broader confrontation between Iran and the United States that has drawn in several regional states over recent months. Saudi Arabia has previously reported intercepting projectiles aimed at its oil facilities and other strategic sites during this period.
Saudi authorities have not announced any immediate retaliatory measures following Monday’s interception, though the Defence Ministry’s statement reiterated the kingdom’s determination to respond to threats against its security when it deems appropriate.
Further updates are expected as Saudi authorities continue to monitor the situation, and this report will be revised as more verified information becomes available.
