Kuwait city: Kuwait said on Wednesday that its armed forces "are currently dealing with a wave of missiles and drones" detected in the country's airspace. The armed forces are conducting their mission "to intercept and counter" those missiles and drones, said Kuwait's Defense Ministry in a statement released on the US social media company X, citing the country's General Staff of the Armed Forces.

According to Anadolu Agency, the General Staff affirmed their readiness to address all threats to safeguard the country's territory and airspace, and ensure the safety of its residents and citizens. The statement emphasized full preparedness to manage the current situation effectively.

The ministry has not provided details on the source of the drones and missiles. This development came amidst escalating regional tensions following a large-scale attack by the US and Israel on Iran on Saturday, which resulted in nearly 800 casualties, including Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.

Tehran has retaliated with drone and missile strikes targeting Israel and Gulf countries that house US assets. The situation remains tense as regional powers respond to the unfolding events.