Gulf states intercept Iranian missiles, drones

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Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and UAE report intercepting Iranian ballistic missiles and drones.
Bahrain activates air raid sirens as regional war escalates.

Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates announced early Monday that their air defense systems intercepted multiple Iranian ballistic missiles and drones, as the US–‘Israel’ war on Iran entered its 24th day.

Kuwait’s military said its air defenses engaged hostile targets, and that explosion sounds across the country were from successful interceptions. Authorities urged residents to follow safety instructions as sirens sounded during the operations.

On Sunday, Kuwait reported detecting seven drones entering its airspace, intercepting four while three fell outside threat zones without causing damage.

Saudi Arabia Intercepts Threats

Saudi Arabia confirmed destroying drones in both its Northern Borders and Eastern regions. The Defense Ministry said nine drones were intercepted in the Eastern Province, alongside three ballistic missiles launched toward Riyadh. One missile was intercepted, while the other two landed in uninhabited areas. Early warning systems were activated in Al Kharj during the incident.

UAE Interceptions Cause Minor Injury

The UAE said its air defenses engaged incoming missiles and drones. Debris fell in Abu Dhabi’s Al Shawamekh area after intercepting a ballistic missile, causing minor injury to one individual. Officials urged the public to rely only on verified sources.

The UAE military added that it intercepted four ballistic missiles and 25 drones on Sunday alone.

Bahrain Issues Alerts

Bahrain activated air raid sirens, calling on residents to seek shelter. The Defense Force said that since February 28, it destroyed 145 missiles and 246 drones targeting the kingdom, emphasizing that attacks on civilian infrastructure violate international law.

Regional War Escalates

The strikes come amid ongoing us and ‘Israel’ attacks on Iran, which have killed hundreds including senior security officials. Iran has retaliated with missile and drone attacks on ‘Israel’ and us interests, while some strikes in Gulf countries caused civilian casualties and property damage.

The latest incidents highlight the widening regional impact of the war and growing risks to Gulf states.