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Kuwait intercepts 3 ballistic missiles, 1 cruise missile, and 10 drones; one injured
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ผ Kuwait /Conflict & Security

Kuwait intercepts 3 ballistic missiles, 1 cruise missile, and 10 drones; one injured

From Arab Times · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Official statement Outcome reported
  • Kuwait's armed forces intercepted and destroyed 14 aerial threats, including ballistic missiles, a cruise missile, and drones.
  • The threats entered Kuwaiti airspace early Thursday morning.
  • One person was injured by falling debris, and authorities are managing the hazardous remnants.

Kuwait's air defense systems successfully intercepted and neutralized 14 hostile aerial threats that penetrated the country's airspace early Thursday. The Ministry of Defense announced the successful operation, which involved destroying three ballistic missiles, one cruise missile, and 10 drones.

During the interception, missile fragments fell in several locations across Kuwait, causing material damage. One individual sustained injuries from the falling debris and is currently receiving medical treatment, with their condition reported as stable. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal team was deployed to safely handle the hazardous remnants of the intercepted projectiles.

The Kuwaiti armed forces emphasized their continuous state of high readiness and professionalism in safeguarding national security and protecting citizens and residents. The Ministry of Defense stated that the forces remain on constant alert to fulfill their duties.

the armed forces remain on constant alert and continue to carry out their duties with high readiness and professionalism to safeguard the country's security and protect citizens and residents.

โ€” Ministry of DefenseStatement following the successful interception of aerial threats.
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Originally published by Arab Times in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.