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Kuwait Braces for Fallout as Overnight Drone Strikes Leave Devastating Trail

The Gulf region has been a hotbed of conflict in recent days, with Kuwait at the forefront of a series of Iranian attacks.
A spate of nighttime drone strikes has left the country reeling, with multiple facilities coming under attack.
According to reports, two critical infrastructure sites – a power plant and a water desalination plant – have been severely damaged by drone strikes, prompting authorities to describe the damage as substantial.
In a separate incident, the Ministry of Finance in Kuwait City confirmed that its headquarters had been targeted by an Iranian drone, resulting in significant damage.
Furthermore, a fire broke out at the Shuwaikh Oil Sector Complex after a drone attack, sparking concerns about the potential for further escalation.
The region is on high alert, with fears that a retaliatory strike by Tehran could be imminent if President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu follow through on their threats to intensify attacks on Iran.
The GCC countries have thus far demonstrated remarkable restraint in the face of repeated attacks over the past five weeks, with their defence spending reaching a staggering $115 billion annually.
However, as the attacks continue, some GCC nations are reevaluating their stance, suggesting that a shift from de-escalation to a more robust defensive posture may be necessary to protect their interests.

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