Kuwait City, May 28 -- The Kuwait Army on Thursday said its air defence systems were actively engaging "hostile" missile and drone attacks, with interception responsible for explosions heard in parts of the country.

In a post on X, the military confirmed that air defence operations were ongoing and urged the public to remain calm and follow official instructions issued by authorities.

The post said, "Kuwaiti air defenses are currently confronting hostile missile and drone attacks."

According to the post, the General Staff of the Army said the sounds of explosions reported by residents were the result of the interception of incoming "hostile attacks" by air defence systems.

The Kuwaiti Army called on civilians to strictly adhere to saf...