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Kuwait’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs released a statement condemning repeated Iranian attacks on Bahrain, Oman, Qatar and Jordan. The ministry described the strikes as a serious escalation that violates the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the targeted countries in addition to international law, the UN Charter and relevant Security Council resolutions. It expressed Kuwait’s complete solidarity with those nations and affirmed support for all steps they take to safeguard their security and citizens. The statement warned that such actions pose a direct threat to stability across the region.
According to the ministry, the attacks undermine broader efforts aimed at reducing tensions and advancing good-neighborly relations among states in the Gulf and beyond. The ministry called on Iran to cease these escalatory practices without delay and to address differences exclusively through peaceful dialogue and diplomatic channels. It stressed the necessity of upholding international law and UN principles to preserve regional security and stability. This position mirrors concerns raised by multiple Arab governments in recent days.
Arab News reported that the Iranian missile and drone assaults took place early on July 9, 2026, shortly after Iran’s Revolutionary Guards vowed retaliation for further US strikes on Iranian territory. Kuwaiti air defense systems intercepted several incoming projectiles during related operations, with officials noting that one individual sustained injuries and remained in stable condition. Bahrain activated air-raid sirens across its capital before successfully neutralizing threats. The sequence of events has heightened alarm among Gulf Cooperation Council members.
Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued its own condemnation of the repeated Iranian strikes against Jordan, Bahrain and Kuwait, terming them a flagrant breach of sovereignty and international norms. The Qatari statement released on July 9 urged all involved parties to pursue immediate de-escalation, return to diplomatic endeavors and refrain from actions that could further destabilize the area. It reaffirmed Qatar’s full support for the targeted countries and any defensive measures they deem necessary. The United Arab Emirates issued a comparable denunciation focusing on attacks against Bahrain and Kuwait.
Jordan’s Ministry of Foreign and Expatriates Affairs similarly denounced the Iranian actions as blatant violations that endanger security and stability in the region. The Jordanian statement extended full solidarity to Bahrain and Kuwait while backing all steps taken to protect national sovereignty. Egypt has also voiced condemnation of the strikes on multiple states, describing them as clear infringements on territorial integrity. These coordinated diplomatic responses reflect a shared regional stance against further military escalation.
The Kuwaiti ministry emphasized that continued aggressive behavior risks undermining years of work toward peaceful dispute resolution and economic cooperation across the Middle East. Officials highlighted the importance of respecting the sovereignty of all states as a foundation for any lasting security framework. The statement concluded by reiterating Kuwait’s commitment to principles of good neighborliness in its foreign policy.
