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May 18, 2026
Riyadh [Saudi Arabia], May 18: The Spokesperson of the Ministry of Defence of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Major General Turki Al-Malki, stated that on the morning of Sunday, 17th May 2026, three drones were intercepted and destroyed after entering Saudi Arabia's airspace from Iraq.
UAE condemns drone attacks targeting Saudi Arabia
Hamas military chief killed in Gaza
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Trump says Iran has 'interest in reaching an agreement'
Israeli strikes on Lebanon continue despite extension of the 'ceasefire'
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