Iranian treachery targets vital facilities

Iran continued its treacherous and heinous attacks on Kuwait, and the official spokesperson for the Ministry of Defense, Colonel Saud Al-Atwan, announced that the Armed Forces detected hostile drones within Kuwaiti airspace on Friday and Saturday, which were intercepted and destroyed.

In a press statement, Al-Atwan added that the heinous Iranian aggression targeted several vital and military facilities. A government facility in the north of the country was hit, as were civilian vehicles belonging to one of the civil companies on Bubiyan Island. The attacks resulted in material damage due to falling shrapnel, with no casualties reported. He further stated that the Armed Forces reaffirmed their continued execution of their duties and responsibilities with high efficiency, within the framework of constant readiness and perpetual preparedness, taking all necessary measures to protect the nation’s sovereignty and safeguard its security.

For its part, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed Kuwait’s strongest condemnation and denunciation of the continued heinous Iranian aggression against the country, which targeted several vital facilities, including a government facility in the north, as well as civilian vehicles belonging to one of the civil companies on Bubiyan Island. These attacks were carried out using hostile drones, in a blatant violation of Kuwait’s sovereignty and a direct threat to its security and stability, representing a serious breach of the rules of international law, the UN Charter, principles of good neighborliness, and Security Council Resolution 2817.

The Ministry emphasized in a statement that the continuation of these brazen attacks reflects a determination to persist in a hostile approach that undermines security and stability in the region and exacerbates tensions. It further affirmed that the continuation of these brazen attacks constitutes a dangerous escalation and reflects a systematic hostile approach that cannot be justified or accepted.

The Ministry reiterated Kuwait’s inherent and legitimate right to take all necessary measures to safeguard its sovereignty, protect its security, interests, assets, and the safety of its citizens and residents on its territory.

On the diplomatic front, Foreign Minister Sheikh Jara Al-Jaber held a telephone conversation with his Saudi counterpart, His Highness Prince Faisal bin Farhan. During the call, the latest regional developments were reviewed, and diplomatic efforts aimed at de-escalation, enhancing security and stability in the region, and ensuring the safety and freedom of maritime navigation were discussed.

Reactions condemning and denouncing in the strongest terms the continued heinous Iranian attacks on vital and civilian facilities in Kuwait continued to pour in, affirming that these attacks constitute a blatant violation of Kuwait’s sovereignty, a threat to its security, stability, and territorial integrity, and a dangerous escalation and brazen breach of international law and the UN Charter.

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- Targeting of a government facility in the north of the country and civilian vehicles belonging to one of the companies on Bubiyan Island resulted in material damage, with no casualties reported.

- A treacherous Iranian aggression targeted civilian, vital, and military facilities.

The official spokesperson for the Ministry of Defense, Colonel Saud Al-Atwan, announced that the Armed Forces had detected hostile drones within Kuwaiti airspace since dawn on Saturday, and that they were intercepted and destroyed.

In a press statement, Al-Atwan added that the "sinful Iranian aggression" targeted several vital facilities, including a government facility in the north of the country, as well as civilian vehicles belonging to one of the civilian companies on Bubyan Island. The attacks resulted in material damage due to falling shrapnel, with no casualties reported, praise be to God.

He further stated that the Armed Forces reaffirmed their continued execution of their duties and responsibilities with high efficiency, within the framework of constant readiness and permanent preparedness, and by taking all necessary measures to protect the nation’s sovereignty, safeguard its security and stability, and coordinate with competent authorities to ensure the safety of citizens and residents.

The official spokesperson for the Ministry of Defense, Colonel Saud Al-Atwan, also announced that the Armed Forces had detected hostile drones within Kuwaiti airspace on Friday dawn, which were intercepted and destroyed.

In a statement to the Ministry of Defense, Al-Atwan said that the "sinful Iranian aggression" targeted several vital and military facilities. Hostile targets were dealt with and destroyed, resulting in material damage from falling shrapnel, with no casualties recorded.

He emphasized the continued efforts of the Armed Forces to carry out their missions with high efficiency, underpinned by constant readiness and permanent preparedness, and by taking all necessary measures to protect the country’s sovereignty, security, and stability in coordination with relevant authorities, thereby safeguarding the safety of citizens and residents.

Earlier, the General Headquarters of the Army announced that Kuwaiti air defenses had repelled attacks by hostile drones following the "sinful Iranian aggression."

The General Headquarters stated in a press release that the sounds of explosions heard were the result of air defense systems intercepting hostile attacks, urging everyone to adhere to the security and safety instructions issued by the competent authorities.

For its part, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed Kuwait’s strongest condemnation and rejection of the continued "sinful Iranian aggression" against the country, which on Saturday targeted several vital facilities, including a government facility in the north, as well as civilian vehicles belonging to a civilian company on Bubyan Island, using hostile drones. This constituted a blatant violation of Kuwait’s sovereignty, a direct threat to its security and stability, and a serious breach of international law, the UN Charter, principles of good neighborliness, and UN Security Council Resolution 2817.

The Ministry affirmed in a statement that the continuation of these blatant attacks reflects an insistence on pursuing an aggressive approach that undermines security and stability in the region and exacerbates tensions. It reiterated Kuwait’s inherent and legitimate right to take all necessary measures to safeguard its sovereignty, protect its security, interests, capabilities, and the safety of its citizens and residents on its soil.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs also expressed Kuwait’s strongest condemnation and rejection of the continued "sinful Iranian aggression" against the country, which on Friday targeted several vital and military facilities using hostile drones. This constituted a blatant violation of Kuwait’s sovereignty, a direct threat to its security and stability, and a serious breach of international law, the UN Charter, and UN Security Council Resolution 2817.

The Ministry emphasized in a statement that the continuation of these blatant attacks represents a serious escalation and reflects a systematic aggressive approach that cannot be justified or accepted. It reiterated Kuwait’s inherent and legitimate right to take all necessary measures to safeguard its sovereignty, protect its security, and ensure the safety of its citizens and residents on its soil.

On the diplomatic front, Foreign Minister Sheikh Jara Al-Jaber held a telephone conversation with his Saudi counterpart, His Highness Prince Faisal bin Farhan. The call reviewed the latest regional developments and discussed diplomatic efforts aimed at de-escalation, enhancing security and stability in the region, and ensuring the safety and freedom of maritime navigation.

**GCC**

Reactions condemning and strongly rejecting the continued "sinful Iranian attacks" on vital and civilian facilities in Kuwait have continued, affirming that these attacks constitute a blatant violation of Kuwait’s sovereignty, a threat to its security, stability, and territorial integrity, a serious escalation, and a clear breach of international law and the UN Charter.

In Riyadh, GCC Secretary-General Jassem Al-Bedaiwi expressed his strongest condemnation and rejection of the "sinful Iranian attacks" that targeted a government facility and civilian vehicles belonging to a civilian company on Bubyan Island in Kuwait.

Al-Bedaiwi stated in a press release that these "sinful Iranian attacks" are a continuation of their aggressive policy to destabilize security and stability in the region, representing a blatant aggression and a serious violation of Kuwait’s sovereignty, a direct threat to its security, stability, and the safety of its citizens and residents, and a serious violation of international law principles and the UN Charter.

He affirmed the GCC’s full solidarity with Kuwait and its support for all measures taken to preserve its security, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.

**UAE**

In Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates strongly condemned the "aggressive Iranian attack" targeting Kuwait using drones.

The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that this aggressive attack constitutes a blatant violation of Kuwait’s sovereignty and a threat to its security and stability.

The Ministry reiterated the UAE’s full solidarity with Kuwait, affirming its support for all measures that preserve its security and stability.

**Bahrain**

For its part, the Kingdom of Bahrain expressed its strong condemnation and rejection of the repeated "sinful Iranian attacks" on civilian and vital facilities in the sister state of Kuwait, which constitute a blatant violation of its sovereignty, security, and stability, a direct threat to the safety of civilians and residents on its territory, and a serious violation of international law, the UN Charter, and a blatant breach of UN Security Council Resolution 2817.

The Bahraini Ministry of Foreign Affairs praised in a statement the efficiency and readiness of the Kuwaiti Armed Forces, which intercepted and destroyed several hostile drones today, reaffirming the Kingdom of Bahrain’s full solidarity with the sister state of Kuwait and its full support for the deterrent measures it takes to preserve its sovereignty, security, stability, and territorial integrity.

It stressed the necessity for the immediate and comprehensive cessation of the "sinful and unjustified attacks" carried out by Iran and its proxies against countries in the region, and the cessation of threats to maritime navigation, thereby enhancing regional and international security and stability.

**Jordan**

In Amman, Jordan condemned the "brutal Iranian attacks" on Kuwait, which targeted several vital facilities, including a government facility in the north of the country and civilian vehicles belonging to a civilian company on Bubyan Island, using drones.

The Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated in a press release that these attacks constitute a blatant violation of Kuwait’s sovereignty, a threat to its security, stability, and territorial integrity, a serious escalation, and a clear breach of international law and the UN Charter.

The statement affirmed Jordan’s absolute solidarity with Kuwait and its standing by its side in all steps taken to protect its sovereignty, security, and the safety of its citizens and residents.

**Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs**

In Ramallah, the Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates strongly condemned the attack targeting a building in the sister state of Kuwait, considering it a blatant violation of its sovereignty, a threat to its security, stability, and territorial integrity, and a clear violation of the UN Charter and international law.

The Ministry affirmed in a press statement that this attack represents a serious escalation threatening security and stability in the region, a direct infringement on Kuwait’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, and a threat to the security and stability of the Arabian Gulf.

It reaffirmed the full solidarity of the State of Palestine with the sister state of Kuwait, in leadership, government, and people, and its standing by its side in confronting these attacks and supporting all legitimate measures taken to protect its sovereignty, security, stability, and the safety of its citizens and residents on its soil.

**Yemen**

In Aden, the Yemeni government strongly condemned the new Iranian attacks targeting Kuwait and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, considering them a serious escalation and a blatant violation of the sovereignty of both countries, international law principles, the UN Charter, and a direct threat to the security and stability of the region.

The Yemeni Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed in a statement received by KUNA that the Republic of Yemen expresses its full solidarity with Kuwait and Jordan and stands by them in all legitimate measures taken to protect their security, sovereignty, and the safety of their citizens.

The Ministry placed full responsibility on the Iranian regime for the continuation of this aggressive approach, emphasizing that its danger is not limited to targeting Arab countries but extends to undermining regional security and peace, and fueling chaos and violence through escalation policies and the use of proxies and armed groups to destabilize the region and threaten international navigation and civilian facilities.

The Ministry reiterated that experience has proven that a policy of overlooking these practices has only led to further escalation and an expanding circle of threats, necessitating a firmer international stance to deter the Iranian regime, enforce the rules of international law, and cut off sources of support for terrorist groups and armed militias, which represent one of the most dangerous tools for destabilizing security and stability in the region.

**Muslim World League**

In Jeddah, the Muslim World League strongly condemned Iran’s continued "sinful attacks" on Kuwait and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, as well as the drone attack on two ships in the port of Damietta in the Arab Republic of Egypt.

The League’s Secretary-General, Chairman of the Council of Muslim Scholars, Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa, reiterated in a statement his denunciation of these criminal attacks and the targeting of infrastructure, civilian, and vital facilities, which violate all religious values, international laws, and human customs, and represent a serious threat to the security, stability, and safety of the region’s peoples.

Al-Issa stressed full solidarity with Kuwait, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, and the Arab Republic of Egypt in all measures they take to preserve their security, sovereignty, and the safety of their citizens and residents on their soil.