A Greek-operated Patriot air defence system deployed in Saudi Arabia intercepted two ballistic missiles launched from Yemen toward oil facilities in Yanbu on Saturday, according to Greek security sources.
Saudi authorities issued an emergency alert in Yanbu after the missiles were detected, warning residents of the potential threat. The missiles were successfully intercepted before reaching their targets.
The Patriot missile battery has been stationed in Saudi Arabia since 2021 under a defence cooperation agreement to help protect the kingdom’s critical energy infrastructure.
Saturday’s operation marks the second time Greek military personnel have used the system to intercept incoming missiles
