Al-Yousef inspects attack sites, confirms no casualties, praises swift response

2026-03-20 - 07:43

In a decisive field assessment underscoring Kuwait’s security readiness, the First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Sheikh Fahd Al-Yousef, conducted an extensive inspection tour of sites belonging to the Kuwait National Petroleum Company that were recently targeted by hostile attacks, evaluating the scale of damage and the preparedness of response agencies. According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Interior, the visit forms part of continuous field monitoring efforts aimed at assessing the repercussions of the attacks and ensuring that all the concerned aothoritiesremain fully equipped to confront any escalation. During the tour, Sheikh Fahd was briefed on the situation on the ground, where assessments confirmed that the damage was limited to material losses only, with no human casualties recorded—a result attributed to the high level of preparedness and the swift, coordinated response of the competent authorities, reports Al-Rai daily. He further examined comprehensive operational strategies, encompassing advanced measures to secure impacted sites, expedite damage clearance, and strengthen rapid-response systems to confront future emergencies with heightened efficiency and speed. Praising what he described as exceptional performance, Sheikh Fahd lauded the tireless efforts of security personnel, the General Fire Force, and supporting agencies, emphasizing their professionalism and swift intervention in containing the situation and ensuring the protection of both lives and vital infrastructure. He reaffirmed that all state agencies remain in a state of full readiness and heightened vigilance, prepared to respond decisively to any developments, ensuring that Kuwait continues to stand resilient in the face of emerging challenges.