Afghanistan, March 8 -- Authorities in Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain said their air defence systems were actively intercepting Iranian missiles after a series of attacks targeted the Gulf states early Sunday.
Associated Press reported that Iran launched the missile strikes in the early hours of Sunday, prompting emergency security responses across several countries in the region.
Officials in the Gulf states urged residents to immediately seek shelter in secure locations as warning sirens sounded in several cities following reports of incoming projectiles.
Authorities said air defence systems were activated to intercept the missiles, while emergency services were placed on high alert amid fears of potential damage or casua...