Iranian Missile Attack: US Service Members Injured at Saudi Base
An Iranian missile and drone attack on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia wounded multiple US service members and damaged several aircraft. The attack follows earlier reports of damage seen in satellite imagery. Army Sgt. Benjamin N. Pennington died following a separate March attack at the base.
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- United Arab Emirates
On Friday, an Iranian missile attack targeted Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, injuring multiple US service members and damaging aircraft, according to a US official who requested anonymity.
The strike involved Iranian missiles and unmanned drones, leading to significant damage to US refuelling planes.
Army Sgt. Benjamin N. Pennington died from wounds sustained in a separate incident, as US Central Command confirms hundreds of service member injuries.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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