Kuwait temporarily closes airspace following US, Israel strikes in Iran

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The Kuwaiti Public Authority for Civil Aviation announced the Saturday closure of airspace due to political and security developments in the region, the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) reported.

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"This is a precautionary decision aimed at preserving the safety and security of passengers, airlines and operations in Kuwait International Airport from any possible dangers," spokesman Abdullah Al-Rajhi told KUNA.

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The sounds of the alarm and sirens are heard across the country, according to the news agency.

This comes as other countries in the region closed their airspaces as strikes intensified.