One minute to impact: Kuwait confronts reality of Iran’s short-range threat
The National · 6 Jun 2026

One minute to impact: Kuwait confronts reality of Iran’s short-range threat

Iran’s deadly attack on Kuwait airport has raised questions over how to defend against sophisticated threats launched from short range. While Kuwait fields advanced Patriot missile batteries and hosts six US military bases, experts argue that a combination of geography, limited interceptors and evol


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Kuwait faces a pressing challenge in defending against Iran's short-range missile threats, particularly following a recent attack on its airport. Experts highlight the limitations of Kuwait's defense systems and the strategic implications of its geographical position.


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