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Kuwaiti Defense Ministry official spokesman Brigadier General Saud Abdulaziz al-Otaibi said that Kuwait International Airport’s Passenger Terminal-1 (T1) was targeted by several drone attacks on Wednesday. According to the statement, the attack was the result of alleged Iranian offensive action, which caused heavy damage to the terminal building and injured several people.
According to the Defense Ministry, emergency services and medical teams were activated immediately after the attack. Necessary medical aid was provided to the injured and their condition is being continuously monitored. Officials said that security agencies have cordoned off the affected area and started investigation to assess the damage and ascertain the circumstances of the attack.
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strict security arrangements
Brigadier General Al-Otaibi said that Kuwait’s armed forces are continuously monitoring the situation in coordination with relevant government agencies. He stressed that all necessary steps are being taken to maintain the security and stability of the country. Also, the army is fully prepared to deal with any possible threat or new situation. After this incident, the security arrangements at Kuwait International Airport have been further tightened. Authorities have appealed to passengers to rely only on official information and follow safety instructions. The potential impact on airport operations is also being assessed.
Tension increased in the Gulf, IRGC claims
Experts believe that amid increasing tension in the region, such incidents can become a serious challenge to the security of the Gulf region. The Government of Kuwait has clarified that national security is the top priority and any aggressive action will be responded to appropriately. Earlier, a statement was issued by the IRGC claiming that it had “retaliated against America against a country in the region in self-defense.”
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