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Gulf Air Thanks Kuwait for Support in Managing Flight Security Incident

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08/06/2025

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08/06/2025

Gulf Air Thanks Kuwait for Support in Managing Flight Security Incident

KUWAIT CITY, June 8: Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, confirmed that flight GF213, operating from Bahrain to Kuwait on June 8, 2025, experienced a disturbance involving a passenger, prompting the airline to implement security and precautionary measures in line with established protocols, according to the Bahrain News Agency.

The airline stated that the situation was managed in full coordination with the relevant authorities in Kuwait. Upon landing at Kuwait International Airport, the passenger in question was detained by airport police, and all other passengers disembarked safely without incident.

Statement by Gulf Air
Gulf Air: Passenger Disturbance on Flight GF213 to Kuwait Handled in Coordination with Relevant Authorities

Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, affirms that flight GF213 from the Kingdom of Bahrain to the State of Kuwait on 8 June 2025 experienced a disturbance caused by one of the passengers, prompting the activation of precautionary and security measures in accordance with set procedures.

The airline added that the situation was handled in full coordination with the relevant authorities in the State of Kuwait, where the passenger was detained by airport police upon the aircraft’s arrival at Kuwait International Airport. All passengers were safely disembarked.

Gulf Air regrets any inconvenience caused to its passengers and affirms that the safety and well-being of its passengers and crew members remain its top priority. The airline also extends its appreciation to the Kuwaiti authorities for their utmost professionalism and prompt response in handling the situation and ensuring the highest standards of safety and security.