Kuwait city: Kuwait's Ministry of Defense announced the interception and destruction of four hostile ballistic missiles and three drones within Kuwaiti airspace over the past 24 hours.
According to Bahrain News Agency, this announcement was made by Colonel Staff Saud Al-Atwan, the official spokesperson of the Ministry of Defense, during a media briefing on the latest operational developments in light of the Iranian aggression against Kuwait. Al-Atwan reported that a cruise missile targeting Mubarak Al Kabeer Port was detected, resulting in material damage, though no human casualties were reported.
He further mentioned that four drones targeted Mubarak Al Kabeer Port and Shuwaikh Port, causing material damage only, with no injuries recorded. Al-Atwan emphasized the armed forces' commitment to maintaining the highest levels of readiness and preparedness, operating within an integrated system of monitoring, tracking, and response to threats, in full coordination with military, security, and state authorities to enhance the country's security and stability and ensure the safety of citizens and residents.
Earlier today, the Ministry of Public Works announced that infrastructure at Mubarak Al Kabeer Port experienced a dual attack involving hostile drones and cruise missiles, with initial reports confirming material damage and no human casualties. The Kuwait Ports Authority (KPA) also stated that Shuwaikh Port was targeted by hostile drones, resulting in material damage only, without any injuries.