Taking major action on March 20, 2026, the Defense Ministry of Saudi Arabia has shot down 4 drones trying to target the eastern areas of the country. The Saudi air defense system intercepted and destroyed these drones in the sky. The Ministry has given information about this incident through social media platform X. In the last few days, attempts of drone attacks within the border of Saudi Arabia have increased, which have been successfully foiled by the army.
ℹ: Saudi Arabia News: Saudi Arabia foiled drone and missile attacks, Defense Minister called the soldiers the shield of the country.
What action did Saudi Air Defense take on drone attacks?
According to the Saudi Defense Ministry, their air defense system has ensured the security of the eastern areas by showing promptness. The ministry has shared some key points about this entire operation:
A total of 20 drones were intercepted and shot down across the country on 20 March. Of these, 19 drones were active in the eastern areas alone and one drone was found in Al-Jouf area. Also on 19 March, 19 drones and 3 ballistic missiles were destroyed in Riyadh and the Eastern Province. In the last 48 hours, Saudi Arabia has foiled a total of 36 drone and missile attacks.
Will this situation affect expatriates living in Saudi?
A large number of Indians and expatriates from other countries live in Saudi Arabia. This air defense activity has currently had no direct impact on normal life and all security agencies are on alert. Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan has clarified that Iran is further isolating itself in the world with its actions. The government has made it clear that all necessary steps will be taken to protect the security and borders of the country so that there is no threat to the people living and working there.
