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Greek Patriot Battery Intercepts Two Ballistic Missiles Targeting Saudi Oil Refinery

ByJohn Koutroumpis

July 25, 2026

A Patriot missile launch during a military exercise. A Greek Patriot battery in Saudi Arabia intercepted missiles targeting the Yanbu refinery complex. Credit: Stefanos Rapanis / AMNA

A Greek Patriot battery stationed in Saudi Arabia intercepted two ballistic missiles launched from Yemen on Saturday morning, preventing an attack on a major Saudi refinery in the Red Sea city of Yanbu.

The missiles were destroyed at approximately 7:15 a.m. Greek time on July 25, according to the Hellenic National Defense General Staff. Greek defense officials said the battery achieved a 100 percent interception rate, neutralizing both incoming threats.

Greek Patriot battery intercepts missiles targeting Saudi refinery in Yanbu

The two missiles were reportedly aimed at a strategically important refinery installation in Yanbu, where the Greek Patriot unit is deployed.

Located on Saudi Arabia’s western coast, Yanbu is one of the kingdom’s main oil processing and export centers. Its position on the Red Sea adds to its strategic importance as regional conflicts continue to threaten energy infrastructure and maritime trade routes.

No damage or casualties were reported following the interceptions, while the Greek unit continued its operations without interruption.

Earlier on Saturday, Yemen’s Houthi movement announced that it had launched an attack on Jizan in southern Saudi Arabia. Saudi authorities also issued an alert for Yanbu before later indicating that the immediate threat had passed.

The Houthis have repeatedly used ballistic missiles and drones to target Saudi territory, including cities, airports, and energy facilities.

Greek forces protect critical Saudi infrastructure

The Patriot battery forms part of the Hellenic Force in Saudi Arabia, known by its Greek acronym, ELDYSA. The unit supports the kingdom’s air defense under the multinational Integrated Air and Missile Defense Concept.

Greece deployed the system and its personnel to Saudi Arabia to help protect critical infrastructure from aerial threats. The mission began in 2021 under a bilateral defense agreement between Athens and Riyadh.

Although the battery operates within Saudi Arabia’s broader air defense network, it remains staffed and operated by Greek military personnel. The mission has taken on greater operational importance as missile and drone attacks have intensified across the Middle East.