US-Israel war on Iran enters Day 30: Bahrain aluminum facility hit, UAE intercepts new wave of missiles, drones, latest updates
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Kuwait intercepts 14 missiles and 12 drones in 24 hours as base attack injures 10 soldiers -
Saudi Arabia intercepts 10 drones -
Jordan intercepts missile and two drones as shrapnel reports continue -
UAE intercepts 16 missiles and 42 drones on March 29 -
UAE civil defence agency warns of active missile threat, urges public to seek safety -
Kuwait air defences engage missile and drone attacks as National Guard downs four drones -
Bahrain steel group declares force majeure and suspends operations amid regional conflict -
Jordan intercepts 22 missiles in fourth week of Iranian attacks as cumulative toll mounts -
Iranian attack on Alba aluminium plant injures two employees -
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Kuwait intercepts 14 missiles and 12 drones in 24 hours as base attack injures 10 soldiers
Kuwait’s Ministry of Defence said its forces detected and neutralised 14 ballistic missiles and 12 drones over the past 24 hours, some of which struck a Kuwaiti armed forces base, injuring 10 military personnel and causing material damage.
Separately, depots belonging to a private logistics company were also targeted, resulting in material damage but no casualties.
Since hostilities began on February 28, Kuwait has been hit by a cumulative total of 307 ballistic missiles, two cruise missiles, and 616 drones.
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Saudi Arabia intercepts 10 drones
Saudi Arabia’s defence ministry said its forces shot down 10 drones over the past several hours, according to military spokesperson Major General Turki Al-Malki.
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Jordan intercepts missile and two drones as shrapnel reports continue
Jordan’s armed forces said the Royal Jordanian Air Force successfully intercepted one missile and two drones launched from Iran over the past 24 hours.
Security forces handled 26 reports of falling shrapnel and projectiles during the same period, with no injuries recorded and minor material damage reported to three vehicles.
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UAE intercepts 16 missiles and 42 drones on March 29
The UAE air defence systems intercepted 16 ballistic missiles and 42 drones launched from Iran on March 29, bringing the cumulative total since hostilities began to 414 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles, and 1,914 drones intercepted.
The conflict has claimed the lives of two UAE armed forces members, a Moroccan civilian contractor, and eight civilians of Pakistani, Nepali, Bangladeshi, Palestinian, and Indian nationality. A further 178 people have been wounded – ranging from minor to severe injuries – representing more than two dozen nationalities including Emirati, Egyptian, Filipino, Indian, and Swedish nationals among others.
The Ministry of Defence said its forces remain fully prepared to counter any threats to the country’s sovereignty, security, and stability.
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UAE civil defence agency warns of active missile threat, urges public to seek safety
The UAE’s National Crisis and Emergency Management Authority (NCEMA) said air defence systems are actively responding to a missile threat, urging the public to remain in a safe location and follow official channels for warnings and updates.
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Kuwait air defences engage missile and drone attacks as National Guard downs four drones
Kuwait’s Ministry of Defence said its air defence systems are actively responding to hostile missile and drone attacks, with the military noting that any explosion sounds heard by the public are the result of interception operations.
Authorities urged residents to follow safety instructions issued by competent authorities.
Separately, the Kuwait National Guard’s task force shot down four drones at dawn in areas under its responsibility as part of ongoing efforts to secure vital sites.
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Bahrain steel group declares force majeure and suspends operations amid regional conflict
Foulath Holding, parent company of Bahrain Steel and United Steel Company, has declared force majeure on certain operations due to the ongoing regional conflict, citing airspace restrictions, disrupted maritime routes, and heightened security risks as circumstances beyond its control.
The company said it has temporarily suspended some operational activities until conditions allow for a safe resumption, with the decision taken primarily to protect the safety of employees, contractors, and other related parties.
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Jordan intercepts 22 missiles in fourth week of Iranian attacks as cumulative toll mounts
Jordan’s armed forces said 22 missiles were launched from Iran toward the kingdom during the fourth week of hostilities, with the Royal Jordanian Air Force intercepting and destroying most of them. However, two missiles were not intercepted and landed in the eastern region.
Since the conflict began, a total of 262 missiles and drones have been directed at vital sites in Jordan, of which 242 have been intercepted and 20 have not.
Fallen fragments and projectiles have now reached 478 in total, with 64 debris-related reports handled across most governorates in the past week alone.
The cumulative human toll stands at 25 injuries, all of whom have been discharged except for the most recent case – a member of a response team injured while handling fallen objects, who is said to be in stable condition. Documented material damage includes 25 vehicles, 55 houses and shops, and 14 public properties.
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Iranian attack on Alba aluminium plant injures two employees
Aluminium Bahrain (Alba) confirmed its facility was struck in an Iranian attack on Saturday, March 28, leaving two employees with minor injuries.
The company said it is assessing the extent of damage to its facilities while working to maintain operational resilience and employee safety, and pledged further updates as needed.
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