politics

March 28, 2026

10 Americans injured in Iranian attack on Saudi air base

Updated on: March 27, 2026 / 7:47 PM EDT / CBS News

10 Americans injured in Iranian attack on Saudi air base

TL;DR

  • Ten U.S. service members were injured in an Iranian missile and drone attack on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia.
  • Two Americans suffered very serious injuries, and eight were seriously injured.
  • The attack is part of ongoing conflict between the U.S. and Iran, with over 300 American service members wounded since the war began.
  • Prince Sultan Air Base is located approximately 60 miles from Riyadh and is used by the U.S. Air Force's 378th Air Expeditionary Wing.
  • The incident highlights potential shortages of missile interceptors in the region.

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