01/04/2026
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01/04/2026
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KUWAIT CITY, Apr 1: The Kuwait Armed Forces said they intercepted and dealt with three cruise missiles and 15 hostile drones that entered Kuwaiti airspace over the past 24 hours, according to a statement issued by the Official Spokesman of the Ministry of Defence, Colonel Saud Abdulaziz Al-Otaibi.
The ministry said the attacks resulted in the targeting of a fuel tank belonging to Kuwait International Airport, which was brought under control by specialised emergency teams. It also confirmed that shrapnel fell on a residential house, though no injuries were reported.
Explosive ordnance disposal teams from the Land Force Engineering Group, in coordination with the Ministry of Interior, handled and safely disposed of a warhead at the site in accordance with approved procedures.
The Armed Forces said they continue to carry out their duties with high efficiency, reaffirming their commitment to defending Kuwait, countering threats, and safeguarding national security and the safety of citizens and residents.
