Kuwait’s armed forces said its air defense systems were intercepting hostile missile and drone attacks detected in the country’s airspace on June 28, 2026. Explosions heard in Kuwait are a result of successful interceptions of hostile attacks, the army said in a statement. The military urged residents to stay calm and follow instructions from the authorities.
The General Staff of the Kuwaiti Armed Forces issued the statement through its official channels including a post on the social media platform X. “The Kuwaiti Air Defenses are currently responding to hostile missile and drone threats. The General Staff of the Kuwaiti Armed Forces confirms that any explosions that may be heard are the result of air defense systems intercepting the hostile targets.” The statement further called on the public to strictly follow all security and safety instructions.
Anadolu Agency reported that the Kuwaiti military confirmed the activation of air defenses after the missiles and drones were detected. The Turkish news outlet added that air raid sirens were activated and emergency alerts were sent to residents across the country. It noted that the army described the action as a response to hostile aerial incursions.
Kurdistan 24 reported that the announcement came after weekend strikes by U.S. forces on Iranian military sites, which have contributed to increased aerial threats in the Gulf. The Iraqi Kurdish outlet quoted the military as confirming the deployment of its interceptor network to counter the wave of attacks. The report highlighted that the military was urging the public to heed safety warnings as the systems engaged the incoming fire.
CNBC reported a similar activation by Kuwait in May 2026 in response to hostile missile and drone threats, citing a post by the country’s armed forces on X at that time. The American network indicated that such incidents have become more frequent amid escalating tensions between the United States and Iran. Kuwait’s response has involved close coordination with allied forces in the region to maintain security.
The military has not provided further specifics on the scale of the attack or any potential debris from the interceptions. Residents in several parts of Kuwait reported hearing the sounds of explosions starting in the early hours of Sunday. Local authorities continue to monitor the situation with updates expected through official channels.
