Repeated Iranian assaults draw Kuwait warning

Kuwait issued a strong condemnation on Saturday against what it described as persistent Iranian aggression, following drone attacks that targeted vital infrastructure and civilian property within the country.

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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs denounced the attacks on a government facility in northern Kuwait and civilian vehicles belonging to a private company on Bubiyan Island, calling them a flagrant violation of Kuwait’s sovereignty, a direct threat to its security and stability, and a serious breach of international law, the UN Charter, the principles of good-neighborliness and UN Security Council Resolution 2817.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs denounced the assaults on a government facility in northern Kuwait and private company vehicles on Bubiyan Island. Officials labeled these actions as a flagrant violation of Kuwait's sovereignty, a direct threat to its national security, and a serious breach of international law and UN resolutions.

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The repeated attacks reflect a persistent hostile approach that undermines regional security and escalates tensions, reiterating Kuwait’s legitimate right to take all necessary measures to protect its sovereignty, national interests, resources, and the safety of citizens and residents.

Kuwait's Armed Forces confirmed they detected and intercepted hostile drones entering the country's airspace. While the attacks resulted in material damage from falling debris, there were no reported casualties. The military affirmed its readiness and ongoing coordination with authorities to protect the nation's security and stability.

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The drones targeted a government installation in northern Kuwait and civilian vehicles belonging to a private company on Bubiyan Island.

The repeated attacks have heightened regional tensions, prompting calls for de-escalation. Kuwait reiterated its right to take necessary measures to safeguard its sovereignty and national interests. Regional and international partners, including Saudi Arabia, the GCC, Jordan, Palestine, and Yemen, have voiced condemnation and solidarity with Kuwait, urging an immediate cessation of hostilities.

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Saudi Arabia denounced the Iranian strikes on Kuwait and Jordan, reaffirming its full solidarity with both countries and expressing condolences over the death of a worker in Kuwait. Riyadh called for an immediate end to attacks targeting civilian areas and vital infrastructure.