Iranian Attack Causes Fire at Kuwaiti Power and Desalination Plant

An Iranian attack on Saturday caused a fire at a power and desalination plant in Kuwait, according to the country's Ministry of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energies. This incident marks the second consecutive day that Kuwait's energy facilities have been targeted by the Islamic Republic. The ministry stated that the hostile attack damaged one of the plant's components, leading authorities to disconnect "several generating units" as a preventive measure.

Kuwait activated "all emergency plans and alternative operational systems" to ensure the continuity and stability of its electricity and water services. The ministry urged residents to conserve energy, particularly during peak heat hours between 11:00 and 17:00, when temperatures exceed 40 degrees Celsius. This follows an incident on Friday where another power and desalination plant in Kuwait sustained damage from Iranian retaliatory attacks.

These Iranian attacks are reportedly in response to the United States' bombing campaign against the Islamic Republic, targeting countries in the Persian Gulf allied with Washington. The repercussions have extended to air travel, with Kuwait Airways announcing that most of its flights have been rescheduled after a temporary suspension of operations at the country's airport due to the ongoing attacks.