Saudi Arabia Intercepts Armed Drones Launched from Iraqi Airspace
Saudi air defenses intercepted three armed drones that entered the Kingdom's sovereign airspace from Iraq. The Ministry of Defense stated that operational measures would be taken to respond to the violation of its security. The attack follows similar drone activity targeting the UAE's nuclear infrastructure and suggests a coordinated attempt by regional proxies to disrupt energy security and pressure Gulf states involved in the ongoing maritime blockade of Iranian ports.