Kuwait announces interception of 7 ballistic missiles, 2 cruise missiles, and 26 drones in Iranian attack targeting vital facilities.

2026-04-03T14:57:18.959Z

The Kuwaiti Ministry of Defense announced that the armed forces dealt with 7 ballistic missiles, 2 cruise missiles, and 26 hostile drones within Kuwaiti airspace over 24 hours, confirming that the Iranian attack targeted the Al-Ahmadi Port refinery and an electric power and water desalination plant, causing material damage with no human casualties.

The Kuwaiti Ministry of Defense announced that the armed forces detected and dealt with (7) ballistic missiles, (2) cruise missiles, and (26) hostile drones within Kuwaiti airspace over the past 24 hours, confirming that they were handled according to established procedures.

The ministry explained that the Iranian aggression led to the targeting of the Al-Ahmadi Port refinery, causing fires in several operational units. Also, one of the electric power and water desalination plants was targeted, resulting in material damage to some components of the plant, with no human casualties recorded.

It stated that the inspection and explosive disposal unit of the Army Engineering Corps dealt with (22) reports, as part of the ongoing field efforts to handle the objects and debris resulting from this aggression, contributing to enhancing safety and protecting lives and property.

The Ministry of Defense affirmed that the armed forces remain on high alert and continue to perform their duties with efficiency and vigilance, placing the security of the nation and the safety of citizens and residents at the forefront of their priorities.