Drones struck a fuel tank at Kuwait International Airport, sparking a fire but causing no casualties. The attack comes amid ongoing regional conflict involving Iran, affecting flights and airport operations in the Gulf
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Kuwait airport operations disrupted after drone strike. File Pic
Kuwait International Airport faced a fire on Wednesday after drones hit a fuel tank, according to the Gulf state’s civil aviation authority. Officials said the damage was “limited” and no one was injured. Firefighters worked to bring the blaze under control, said agency spokesperson Abdullah Al-Rajhi, an AFP news report stated.
Iran claims responsibility
According to the report, Iran’s Revolutionary Guards stated that they launched missiles and drones targeting US military bases in Kuwait, Jordan and Bahrain, as well as locations in Israel. The attacks are part of ongoing operations in a nearly four-week regional conflict.
Regional response and air defence
Kuwait: The National Guard intercepted six drones early Wednesday. The army confirmed that air defence systems were responding to missile and drone threats.
Bahrain: Air raid sirens were activated across the country.
Jordan: Shrapnel fell near the capital Amman, but no casualties or damage were reported.
Saudi Arabia: The kingdom intercepted at least four drones in its eastern region.
Israel: Air defences responded to Iranian missile attacks, triggering warning sirens across central regions.
Airport operations disrupted
Kuwait International Airport remains largely closed to commercial flights due to repeated attacks since February 28, when Israel and the United States launched strikes on Iran.
Previous attacks on the airport include a March 14 incident when several drones struck the radar system without causing any casualties, and a March 8 strike in which drones hit fuel tanks and triggered a fire. In an earlier attack, passenger terminals were damaged and a few people sustained minor injuries.
As a result, many major airlines have suspended or reduced flights to the Gulf due to fuel shortages and safety concerns.
Ongoing conflict
The attacks mark a continuation of hostilities in the region, with drones and missiles being used against both military and civilian infrastructure. Authorities in affected countries continue to strengthen air defences to minimise damage and casualties.
(With AFP Inputs)
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