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Kuwait intercepts missiles, drones amid overnight security alert

Kuwait's air defense systems successfully intercepted hostile missiles and drones early this morning, according to the General Staff of the Kuwaiti Army.

TAS News Service

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Saturday, June 6, 2026

Kuwait: The General Staff of the Kuwaiti Army announced that the country’s air defense systems intercepted missile attacks and hostile drones during the early hours of the morning.

In a press statement, the General Staff clarified that any explosion sounds heard by residents were the result of air defense operations carried out to neutralize incoming threats.

“The sounds of explosions, if heard, are the result of air defense systems intercepting hostile attacks,” the statement said.

Authorities called on the public to adhere to all security and safety guidelines issued by the relevant authorities and to rely on official sources for updates regarding the situation.

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