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The Saudi Cabinet affirmed that Saudi Arabia will take all necessary measures to safeguard its security and protect its territory, citizens and residents.This came in its session held via videoconference on Tuesday and chaired by HH Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.The Cabinet reviewed the latest developments in the region and their repercussions for regional and international security and stability. It expressed appreciation for the positions voiced by leaders of brotherly and friendly countries condemning the reprehensible Iranian attacks that hit Saudi Arabia, the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, and Jordan.The Cabinet reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s full solidarity with the brotherly countries whose territories were subjected to blatant Iranian aggression, underscoring readiness to mobilize all capabilities to support these countries in any measures they take in response to these attacks that undermine regional security and stability. Source link
An 11-year-old girl in Kuwait died from injuries sustained from falling shrapnel in a residential area of the Capital Governorate, Minister of Health Dr. Abdullah Al Sanad said today.Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) reported a press release from the Minister saying that the girl received first aid before being rushed by ambulance to the casualty ward of the Amir Hospital where she was pronounced dead half an hour later, the minister noted in a press release.The statement added that tour members of the victim’s family were under medical observation at the hospital. Source link
The Saudi Ministry of Defense reported today that it destroyed nine drones.Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Defense Major General Turki Al Maliki said that nine drones were intercepted and destroyed immediately upon entering the Kingdom’s airspace.The Saudi Ministry of Defense had announced Tuesday that it intercepted and destroyed eight drones. Source link
Lebanon’s Ministry of Public Health announced that six people were killed and eight others injured in two Israeli airstrikes that targeted the areas of Aramoun and Saadiyat in Mount Lebanon Governorate.In a statement issued today, the ministry said that the casualties resulted from the Israeli attack on the two areas, noting that ambulance teams transported the injured to hospitals to receive treatment.In the same context, Israeli warplanes carried out a third airstrike early today on Mount Lebanon Governorate.It is worth noting that Israeli fighter jets launched a series of intense airstrikes early the day before yesterday, Monday, on Beirut’s southern suburbs and several areas in southern Lebanon, causing widespread destruction and fires at the targeted sites.Lebanon’s Government Disaster Management Unit had announced yesterday that the death toll from the Israeli attacks on the country since the start of the offensive the day before yesterday, Monday, had risen to 50 people killed and 335 injured. Source link
The Saudi Ministry of Defence said today that it intercepted and destroyed two Cruise Missiles.Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported today that official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Defence Major General Turki Al Maliki said that two cruise missiles were intercepted and destroyed in Al Kharj Governorate.Earlier today, The Saudi Ministry of Defence said that it intercepted and destroyed nine drones. Source link
The General Command of the Bahrain Defense Force announced Wednesday the destruction of 74 missiles and 95 hostile drones since the start of the Iranian aggression against the country.In a statement, the General Command said that all its air defense systems are on high alert to ensure an immediate and decisive response to the missiles and drones of the ongoing and unjustified Iranian aggression against the country.The General Command indicated that specialized field teams are working to secure the attack sites with maximum speed to ensure everyone’s safety, and that air defense systems are on high alert and fully prepared.It pointed out that launching indiscriminate and excessive missile and drone attacks targeting civilians and civilian objects constitutes a flagrant violation of the principles of international humanitarian law and the United Nations Charter, and disregards all international conventions and humanitarian ethics.It also stressed that Bahrain retains its legitimate right to take all necessary measures to defend its sovereignty and security. Source link
Kuwait's Armed Forces said they are responding to a wave of missiles and drones detected in the country's airspace and are carrying out operations to intercept them.In a statement posted on the X platform, the Kuwaiti General Staff said the armed forces are currently dealing with a wave of missiles and drones that were detected in the airspace of the State of Kuwait, and are taking the necessary measures to confront and intercept the threats.The General Staff affirmed its complete readiness to address ant threat in order to safeguard the country's territory and airspace and ensure the safety of Kuwaiti citizens and residents. Source link
Fujairah International Airport has announced the operation of a series of charter flights as part of humanitarian efforts to support travelers wishing to return to their home countries amid current regional challenges.Emirates News Agency (WAM) said that these special charter flights are scheduled to operate via Muscat on March 4 and 5, linking the Emirate of Fujairah with five major international destinations: Calicut, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Istanbul and Karachi.Fujairah Airport indicated that this step reflects its ongoing commitment to supporting humanitarian travel needs and ensuring safe and seamless services for travelers during critical times. Source link
Iraq's Civil Aviation Authority announced on Wednesday the extension of the closure of Iraqi airspace to all arriving, departing and transit flights for an additional 48 hours.In a statement, the authority said the closure will remain in effect from today, until noon on Saturday as a temporary and precautionary measure.It explained that the decision was taken following a continuous assessment of the regional security situation and recent developments, noting that updates will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.The Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority had previously extended the suspension of air traffic in the country's airspace for another 48 hours on Monday due to continued security tensions in the region. Source link
Damage caused by an Iranian drone strike at one of the buildings next to the headquarters of the U.S. Navy 5th Fleet in Juffair, Bahrain, March…
