(Defense): Three land border centers in the north of the country and an offshore drilling platform in territorial waters are subjected to a criminal aggressive attack

Kuwait City, July 12 (KUNA) – The official spokesperson for the Ministry of Defense, Colonel Saud Al-Atwan, stated that three land border centers in the northern part of the country came under a malicious aggressive attack, resulting in material damage. In a statement issued today, Sunday, Colonel Al-Atwan added that one of Kuwait Oil Company’s offshore drilling platforms in Kuwaiti territorial waters was also targeted by an enemy drone, causing material damage and injuring one worker, who is currently receiving the necessary medical care. He clarified that the competent authorities immediately began taking the necessary measures to handle the incident, in coordination with relevant entities. He further stated that the General Headquarters of the Armed Forces reaffirmed the continued readiness of the armed forces and their implementation of all necessary procedures and measures to safeguard the country’s security and the integrity of its territory. (End) T.A.B.