Kuwait reopens airspace after temporary closure due to Iranian attacks

Kuwait announced the reopening of its airspace and the return to normal flight operations on Thursday, following a temporary closure implemented earlier in the day. The closure was a precautionary measure taken in response to Iranian attacks targeting U.S. bases within Kuwaiti territory.

The General Authority of Civil Aviation issued a statement confirming the normalization of air traffic, citing the resolution of circumstances that necessitated the preventive measures. The authority assured that its officials are maintaining 24-hour monitoring of the situation, in constant coordination with relevant domestic and international bodies, to uphold the highest levels of security in Kuwaiti airspace.

Kuwait International Airport has resumed its normal operations, with flights proceeding as scheduled. Civil Aviation stated it would continue to monitor and promptly evaluate any developments, taking necessary actions as required. The airspace had been closed from 4:50 AM local time on Thursday, following reports of Iran launching waves of attacks against air bases in Kuwait and Bahrain, as well as targeting a U.S. Navy fleet stationed in Bahrain.