Kuwait’s General Staff of the Armed Forces announced today that the country’s air defense systems are actively intercepting hostile drone attacks, amid rapidly escalating regional tensions linked to what it described as Iranian aggression threatening regional security.

In an official statement published on the platform X, the Kuwaiti military confirmed that its air defense systems are operating at high efficiency to neutralize incoming threats, explaining that any explosion sounds heard in certain areas are the result of interception operations rather than direct impacts within Kuwaiti territory.

The General Staff urged both citizens and residents to strictly adhere to safety and security instructions issued by the relevant authorities, emphasizing the importance of avoiding rumors and relying solely on official sources for accurate updates as the situation evolves.

Meanwhile, Bahrain’s Ministry of Interior announced the activation of warning sirens across several areas as a precautionary measure, alerting the public to potential aerial threats in light of ongoing regional developments.

Authorities in Bahrain stressed that the move is part of established emergency response plans, calling on everyone to remain calm and proceed to the nearest safe location upon hearing sirens, while closely following official channels to ensure public safety during this critical period.