Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates said their air defence systems have intercepted hundreds of missiles and drones launched by Iran, as the regional escalation claimed at least four lives and injured dozens more.
The Kuwait Ministry of Defence said the country’s air force has intercepted and destroyed 97 ballistic missiles and 283 drones since Iran began striking Kuwait, according to the official Kuwait News Agency.
Citing the Kuwait Ministry of Health, the agency reported that one person was killed and 32 others were injured “amid ongoing regional developments”.
Meanwhile, the UAE Ministry of Defence said three people have been killed in Iranian attacks since yesterday.
In a statement, the ministry said it has dealt with 167 missiles and 541 Iranian drones so far. Of the drones intercepted, 35 fell within UAE territory, resulting in three deaths, 58 minor injuries and material damage.
The ministry added that the UAE remains on high alert and is ready to respond to any threats.
#From BBC