Kuwait air defences intercept three missiles, 15 drones in past 24 hours
Kuwait City, April 1
Kuwait's Ministry of Defence announced on Wednesday that the armed forces detected and dealt with three cruise missiles and 15 hostile drones within the country's airspace over the past 24 hours.
Official spokesperson of the Ministry, Colonel Staff Saud Al-Atwan, said during a media briefing on operational developments that the Iranian aggression resulted in the targeting of a fuel tank at Kuwait International Airport, which was handled by specialised teams.
He added that debris fell on a residential house in one of the areas without causing any human injuries.
Al-Atwan noted that the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team from the Land Force Engineering Corps, in cooperation with the Ministry of Interior, dealt with and safely neutralised a military object at the site in line with approved procedures.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Debris falling on a residential house! That's terrifying. The people living there must have been so scared. It's a miracle no one was hurt. This shows how important strong air defence systems are.
First thought: are our Indian brothers and sisters in Kuwait safe? Many work at the airport and in residential areas. Hope our embassy is in touch and providing necessary advisories. The targeting of civilian infrastructure like an airport is unacceptable.
While the interception is commendable, the article directly names Iran as the aggressor. I hope there is solid evidence for such a serious claim. Attribution in these conflicts needs to be crystal clear to avoid escalating tensions further.
The EOD teams are the real heroes here. Dealing with live military debris in a residential area takes immense courage and skill. Salute to all the first responders. 🙏 This news is a reminder of how fragile peace can be.
Three missiles and 15 drones in one day! That's a massive coordinated attack. Kuwait's defence was clearly tested. Makes you think about our own preparedness along our western borders. Drones are becoming a major security challenge for everyone.
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