MUSCAT: Oman said a drone was shot down and another fell into the sea north of Duqm without causing any casualties or material damage, according to statements carried by state media on Wednesday.
A security source said Omani authorities intercepted one unmanned aerial vehicle while another crashed into the sea in waters north of Duqm, a major port and industrial hub on the Arabian Sea coast of the Sultanate.
The source confirmed that no human or material losses were recorded as a result of the incident.
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Oman strongly condemned what it described as repeated targeting operations and said it is taking all necessary measures to safeguard the country’s security and the safety of those living on its territory.
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