Saudi Arabia intercepted drones near Riyadh amid escalating regional tensions following U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran.

On March 15, 2026, Saudi Arabia intercepted multiple drones near Riyadh and other regions, part of a sustained campaign since February 28 following joint U.S.-Israeli operations against Iran, resulting in at least two deaths and 12 injuries. Kuwait reported drone strikes on its airport and a military base hosting U.S. and Italian forces, damaging radar systems and destroying a remotely piloted aircraft, though Italy confirmed no injuries. Iran’s foreign minister said attacks targeted only U.S. bases, denied being in a war of survival, and offered to form a regional investigative committee. India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held telephonic talks with Saudi and UAE officials on regional tensions and attended the EU Foreign Affairs Council in Brussels, where India and the EU discussed strategic cooperation and a new free trade agreement.