Riyadh: Saudi Arabia’s Defense Ministry announced early Saturday that a ballistic missile aimed at the Riyadh region had been successfully intercepted and destroyed. The swift action was confirmed by a spokesperson on US social media platform X, ensuring the safety of the region’s residents.

According to Anadolu Agency, the Defense Ministry did not provide additional information regarding the origin of the missile or the exact timing of the interception. Despite the potential threat, authorities confirmed that there were no casualties or damage reported in the aftermath of the incident.

The backdrop to this event involves Iran’s recent retaliatory actions against US and Israeli strikes on its territory. These actions have included waves of drone and missile attacks targeting Israel, Jordan, Iraq, and Gulf nations that host US military assets. Such hostilities have resulted in casualties, infrastructure damage, and disruptions to global markets and aviation.