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SPA Riyadh, March 11, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi air defenses intercepted and destroyed three drones in the Eastern Province, Defense Ministry spokesperson Major General Turki Al-Maliki said late Wednesday. Al-Maliki said the drones were neutralized by Saudi defense systems. No further details were immediately released.

SPA Riyadh, March 11, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi air defenses intercepted and destroyed three ballistic missiles launched toward Prince Sultan Air Base, Defense Ministry spokesperson Major General Turki Al-Maliki said. Al-Maliki said the missiles were neutralized before reaching their target. No further details were immediately released.

SPA Riyadh, March 11, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi air defenses intercepted and destroyed a drone in the Eastern Province, Defense Ministry spokesperson Major General Turki Al-Maliki said Wednesday. Al-Maliki said the drone was neutralized by Saudi defense systems. No further details were immediately released.

Riyadh, March 11, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received separate phone calls on Wednesday from the leaders of Iraq and Indonesia to discuss the military escalation in the region and its implications for security and stability. During a call with Mohammed Shia' Al-Sudani, the two leaders discussed the latest regional developments and their impact on regional and international stability. Al-Sudani stressed the importance of halting attack

Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, speaker of Iran's parliament, speaks at a press conference in Tehran, on December 2, 2025. Shadati/Xinhua News Agency/Getty Images/File Riyadh, March 11, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said Wednesday that Iran remains capable of striking targets despite U.S. claims that much of its missile arsenal has been destroyed. In a post on X, Ghalibaf said recent Iranian missile launches since the start of the war had been intende

This file image shows the Iranian shores and Port of Bandar Abbas in the Strait of Hormuz, on December 10, 2023. Nicolas Economou/Reuters Riyadh, March 11, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Iran warned Wednesday that ports and docks across the region could become targets if Iranian ports come under attack. The warning was delivered by Abolfazl Shekarchi, who said Iranian forces would respond if the country’s port infrastructure is threatened. “If Iran’s ports are threatened

Riyadh, March 11, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Several Saudi carriers have extended suspensions of flights to multiple destinations across the Middle East as ongoing regional airspace disruptions continue to affect aviation operations. Saudia, Flynas and Flyadeal confirmed that services to a number of cities remain suspended or cancelled while airlines monitor the evolving situation. Flynas said it has extended the suspension of flights to and from several destinations

The Thailand-flagged cargo ship Mayuree Naree engulfed in black smoke in the Strait of Hormuz, March 11, 2026. ROYAL THAI NAVY/Handout via REUTERS Riyadh, March 11, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Three additional commercial vessels were struck by projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, maritime security and risk firms said, bringing the total number of ships hit in the region since the conflict began to at least 14. The incidents underline the growing risks for

SPA Riyadh, March 11, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Government buildings and public facilities across the Al-Baha Region were illuminated in green on Wednesday as the Kingdom marked Saudi Flag Day on March 11. National flags were prominently displayed in public squares and along main roads throughout the region as part of the annual observance. The occasion reflects pride in the Saudi national flag, which has symbolized unity and cohesion since the founding of Saudi Ara

Riyadh, March 11, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Wednesday that the ongoing regional conflict must be halted before it escalates further. Speaking to lawmakers from his ruling party, Erdogan warned that the war could “set the entire region on fire” if it continues. He stressed that diplomacy remains the only path to resolving the crisis. “If diplomacy is given a chance, it is indeed possible to achieve peace,” Erdogan said. The Turkish president

The Thai vessel Mayuree Naree after an attack today in the Strait of Hormuz. Royal Thai Navy Riyadh, March 11, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said Wednesday that two commercial vessels were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, according to a statement cited by Fars News Agency. The IRGC said the Thai-flagged bulk carrier “Mayuree Naree” was fired upon after allegedly ignoring warnings and attempting to pass through the strait. A second vess

Bucharest, March 11, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Romania approved a request from the United States to increase the use of Romanian air bases to support military operations in the Middle East, the country’s top defense body said Wednesday. The decision allows the United States to temporarily increase its troop presence and utilize facilities in Romania to support operations linked to the conflict involving Iran. Nicușor Dan said the agreement will permit the temporary

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni looks on as she waits for the arrival of President of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides, at Chigi Palace, in Rome, Italy, February 26, 2026. REUTERS/Remo Casilli Riyadh, March 11, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Giorgia Meloni on Wednesday delivered her strongest criticism yet of the war involving the United States and Israel against Iran, describing it as part of a growing pattern of interventions outside the framework of international la

Riyadh, March 11, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Authorities in Dresden began evacuating large parts of the city center Wednesday after the discovery of an unexploded British World War II bomb, according to reports. The 250-kilogram (551-pound) explosive device was found near the site of the former Carola Bridge, which collapsed into the Elbe River in 2024. Local authorities said the evacuation is the largest carried out in Dresden for such an incident, affecting around

Riyadh, March 11, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Iranian state media reported Wednesday that offices and infrastructure of major U.S. technology companies operating in the Middle East could be considered potential targets. The list was published by the state-affiliated Tasnim News Agency under the title “Iran’s new targets.” According to the report, the list includes regional offices and technology infrastructure such as cloud, data and development centers linked to majo

SPA Riyadh, March 11, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud held a phone call with Marco Rubio to discuss ongoing Iranian attacks targeting the Kingdom and countries across the region. During the call, the two officials exchanged views on the developments and discussed efforts aimed at safeguarding the security of Saudi Arabia and the safety of citizens and residents. Prince Faisal also welcomed the decision by the United States to designate the

Riyadh, March 11, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Oman said Wednesday it shot down an Iranian drone, while another crashed into the sea near the port of Duqm, according to a security official cited by the Oman News Agency. Authorities said no casualties or material damage were reported following the incident. Duqm has served as an important logistics and resupply point for the USS Abraham Lincoln and its strike group during the ongoing conflict in the region. No further d

Riyadh, March 11, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Four people were injured Wednesday morning after two drones fell in the vicinity of Dubai International Airport, the Government of Dubai Media Office said. An Indian national sustained moderate injuries, while two Ghanaian nationals and one Bangladeshi citizen sustained minor injuries, according to a statement posted on X. Authorities said air traffic at Dubai International Airport continues to operate normally. Officials

The Parnassos crude oil tanker sits anchored as the traffic is down in the Strait of Hormuz, amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Muscat, Oman on Tuesday. Benoit Tessier/Reuters Riyadh, March 11, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Navigating commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz requires highly precise navigation due to its narrow lanes and heavy traffic, a ship captain with extensive experience sailing through the waterway said. The strait has effectively be

Riyadh, March 11, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — A joint Iranian military command said Wednesday that banks and financial institutions across the Middle East are now considered potential targets. The statement was issued by Khatam al-Anbiya Headquarters. The announcement followed reports in Iranian media that employees at a bank in Tehran were killed during Israeli-American airstrikes. The warning could raise concerns for major regional financial hubs, including Dubai, a