Kuwait air defences intercept missiles and drones

Kuwait’s military said its air defence systems are actively engaging hostile missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles.

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Kuwait intercepts missile and drone attack, no casualties

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Kuwait's military said its air defence systems are actively intercepting hostile missiles and drones. The General Staff told citizens that any explosion sounds are the result of interceptions, not ground strikes.

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  • Kuwait air defences are intercepting hostile missiles and drones
  • General Staff says explosion sounds are from interception, not impacts
  • No details given on origin or targets of the attacks

Kuwait’s General Staff of the Armed Forces announced on Wednesday that the country’s air defences are engaged in active operations against incoming hostile missiles and drones.

In a statement carried by the Kuwait News Agency, the General Staff said any explosion sounds heard by the public are the result of air defence systems intercepting the attacks, not impacts on the ground.

No further details were provided on the origin of the attacks or their intended targets.