RIYADH: The Saudi-led coalition has claimed to have intercepted and destroyed five drones heading towards Madinah and eastern parts of Saudi Arabia, amid heightened regional tensions and growing concerns over aerial threats.
According to a coalition spokesperson, all five drones were intercepted before reaching their intended destinations.
The coalition did not disclose where the drones were launched from, who was responsible for the attempted attacks or which specific locations were being targeted.
No immediate information was available regarding casualties, property damage or other consequences of the incident.
The reported interceptions come against a backdrop of regional tensions, with aerial security remaining a concern for Saudi Arabia.
However, the origin of the drones and the identity of those responsible have yet to be established, and no independent confirmation of the coalition’s account was provided in the initial report.
Further details are expected from Saudi authorities as information about the incident becomes available.