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Kuwait's Defense Ministry Reports Interception of Iranian Drones

June 11, 2026
Kuwait defense drones
Kuwait defense drones

Kuwait's Ministry of Defense announced on Thursday that its forces have intercepted and managed 24 Iranian unmanned aerial vehicles within a 48-hour period.

The statement underscores heightened military activity in Kuwaiti airspace and reflects the country's ongoing defensive posture amid regional tensions. The defense ministry's disclosure of the incident points to continued challenges in securing the nation's borders against drone incursions.

Officials have not provided additional details regarding the circumstances of the drone encounters or the specific methods employed in their interception.

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