Greek defense system in Saudi Arabia intercepts missiles from Yemen
Greek military personnel operating a US-made Patriot air defense system in Saudi Arabia successfully intercepted two ballistic missiles launched from Yemen. The missiles were reportedly targeting oil refineries in Yanbu, marking a significant instance of international military cooperation in the region.
Why it matters
The incident underscores the ongoing regional security tensions involving Houthi forces and the strategic importance of protecting energy infrastructure in the Middle East.
An air defense system operated by Greek military personnel in Saudi Arabia intercepted two ballistic missiles launched from Yemen on Saturday targeting oil refineries in Yanbu, Greek security sources told Reuters.Saudi Civil Defense had issued an emergency alert in Yanbu to warn residents of danger."The attack was launched with two ballistic missiles and targeted the refineries in Yanbu," one of the sources said, adding that the missiles had been launched from Yemen.A second source confirmed the interception of the missiles.Greece has deployed a US-made Patriot air defense battery, operated by Greek personnel, in Saudi Arabia since 2021 under an agreement to help protect the kingdom's energy infrastructure.
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