Missile

Missile event in Ar Riyadh, Prince Sultan Air Base area, Saudi Arabia on Fri 6th March 2026

6th March 2026

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On 6 March 2026, Iranian forces (coded as IRGC by default) launched 1 ballistic missile that directly impacted a US THAAD anti-ballistic missile site near Prince Sultan Air Base (Al Kharj, Ar Riyadh) likely damaging 1 AN/TPY-2 radar that had been deployed under a temporary tent/shelter. According to one source, the attack resulted in minor injuries among US military personnel.

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Ar Riyadh ( Prince Sultan Air Base area )

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