Summary In a statement, the Saudi Civil Defence said fragments from the destroyed missile fell to the ground, causing injuries to one person and resulting in property damage
RIYADH (Dunya News) - A civilian was injured after debris from an intercepted ballistic missile fell in Saudi Arabia’s capital, Riyadh, damaging a residential house and a vehicle, according to the Saudi Civil Defence.
In a statement, the Saudi Civil Defence said fragments from the destroyed missile fell to the ground, causing injuries to one person and resulting in property damage.
The debris also affected a residential property and a vehicle, the agency confirmed.
Earlier, it was reported that the US Air Force’s Task Force 99 is testing new drone and communication capabilities in the Middle East, according to the US Central Command (CENTCOM).
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CENTCOM said the initiative involves testing advanced technologies aimed at enhancing the US military’s operational capabilities and effectiveness on the battlefield.
According to the statement, the Middle East is being used as a testing ground for Task Force 99, where emerging technologies and new capabilities are being evaluated under real-world conditions.
The initiative is intended to assess the practical applications of these technologies and explore ways to improve military performance in operational environments.
