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Saudi, Syrian defense ministries sign cooperation agreement 


Saudi Arabia and Syria inked a defense agreement on Wednesday, as the kingdom continues to face incessant aerial attacks from the Houthi armed group. 

A cooperation agreement was memorialized between the defense ministries of both countries, the state-owned Saudi Press Agency reported. Details of the agreement such as its nature or committed value were not disclosed. 

Saudi Arabia has borne sustained drone and missile attacks in recent months, threatening and damaging military installations, civilian aviation and energy infrastructure. 

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