Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Energy confirms limited damage after debris fell on an administrative building, with no injuries or fatalities reported.
RIYADH: An administrative building affiliated with Saudi Aramco in Riyadh was targeted in an attempted attack on Sunday, November 8, 2026, causing limited damage but no casualties, according to Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Energy.
An official source at the ministry confirmed that the incident targeted a building belonging to the state-owned oil giant in the Saudi capital.
The attempted attack resulted in debris falling onto the building, causing limited material damage. However, authorities confirmed that no injuries or fatalities had been reported.
The ministry source said relevant authorities immediately responded to the incident and began taking the necessary measures.
The official statement did not provide further details about the nature of the attack, those responsible or the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Saudi Aramco is one of the world’s largest oil producers and plays a central role in Saudi Arabia’s energy sector and global petroleum supplies.
The incident comes amid heightened attention to the security of critical energy infrastructure in the region.
Authorities are continuing to respond to the situation, while further details about the attempted attack are awaited.
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