Kuwait intercepts ballistic missile within airspace, no casualties reported

2026-03-23 - 15:23

Kuwait’s Ministry of Defense said that one hostile ballistic missile was intercepted and destroyed within Kuwaiti airspace over the past 24 hours, with no human casualties or material damage reported. The announcement was made by the Ministry’s official spokesperson, Colonel Staff Saud Al-Atwan, during a media briefing on current developments and the latest operational updates in light of Iranian aggression against Kuwait. Colonel Al-Atwan affirmed that the Kuwaiti Armed Forces, in full coordination and cooperation with various military and security authorities in the country, continue to carry out their duties with the highest levels of readiness and efficiency, ensuring the protection of national security and stability under the wise leadership. – Kuna