On March 22, 2026, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defence reported the detection of three ballistic missiles near Riyadh. This incident occurs amid rising tensions between the United States, Israel, and Iran, with the latter retaliating following recent US-Israeli strikes.
According to a Ministry spokesperson, one missile was successfully intercepted, while the other two landed in uninhabited areas. The Saudi Civil Defence initially issued a warning early Sunday morning, which was retracted seven minutes later after confirming the absence of immediate danger.
The Defence Ministry also revealed that five drones had been intercepted since midnight, underscoring the ongoing threat. These actions are part of Iran’s continued retaliatory strikes against Saudi Arabia and neighboring Gulf nations, following the regional conflict that erupted last month.
The attacks, particularly targeting oil-rich nations, have heightened fears of a global energy supply disruption. As the situation unfolds, international markets remain on edge, anticipating potential impacts on energy prices and regional stability.
Published in SouthAsianDesk, March 22, 2026
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