Kuwait temporarily closes airspace due to Iranian attacks

Kuwait temporarily closed its airspace early Thursday and diverted flights to alternative airports as a precautionary measure, citing escalating regional tensions following Iranian strikes.

According to a report by Gulf News, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said the closure took effect at 4.50am local time to safeguard air navigation and passenger safety. 

The authority confirmed flights were being redirected under established agreements and operational procedures.

The move followed Kuwait’s statement that it had been subjected to Iranian aggression, raising concerns over risks to civil aviation traffic across the Gulf. 

The DGCA said it was closely monitoring developments with relevant authorities and would reopen the country’s airspace once the security situation stabilises and threats are eliminated.

Passengers and airlines were urged to follow official updates and comply with instructions issued by the DGCA. 

The temporary closure comes as tensions in the region intensify after fresh US strikes on Iran and Tehran’s retaliatory attacks targeting American military facilities. (Newswire)

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