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Kuwaiti air defences repel missile, drone attacks

Kuwaiti Armed Forces intercept two ballistic missiles, 13 drones
9 July 2026 08:52

KUWAIT (ALETIHAD)

Kuwait's air defence systems intercepted hostile drones and missiles in the early hours of Thursday, Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) reported, citing the General Staff of the Kuwait Army.

Explosions heard in parts of the country were caused by mid-air interceptions, the General Staff said in a statement.

 

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