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Kuwaiti air defenses intercept new Iranian missile and drone attacks

Kuwaiti army says air defenses engaged new Iranian missile and drone attacks, urging public compliance with security instructions.

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The Kuwaiti army said in a statement that its air defense systems were activated against new Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting Kuwait. [1] The Kuwaiti army stated that its air defense systems are currently intercepting hostile missile and drone attacks launched from Iran. [2] The Kuwaiti army said the loud explosions heard in Kuwait were the result of its efforts to intercept the hostile missiles and drones. [3] The Kuwaiti army urged the public to adhere to security and safety instructions issued by the relevant authorities. [4] No detailed information was provided on whether the Iranian missile and drone attacks caused any casualties or damage in Kuwait. [5]
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  1. The Kuwaiti army said in a statement that its air defense systems were activated against new Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting Kuwait. · Ekonomim
  2. The Kuwaiti army stated that its air defense systems are currently intercepting hostile missile and drone attacks launched from Iran. · middleeasteye.net
  3. The Kuwaiti army said the loud explosions heard in Kuwait were the result of its efforts to intercept the hostile missiles and drones. · Ekonomim
  4. The Kuwaiti army urged the public to adhere to security and safety instructions issued by the relevant authorities. · middleeasteye.net
  5. No detailed information was provided on whether the Iranian missile and drone attacks caused any casualties or damage in Kuwait. · Ekonomim
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