Kuwait city: HH Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al Sabah called for national unity, being the first line of defense and the true guarantee in times of confronting challenges and overcoming crises.
According to Qatar News Agency, in a televised address on the occasion of the last 10 nights of Ramadan, His Highness stressed that vigilance protects society from rumors, prevents the exploitation of circumstances to incite division and undermine trust, and strengthens the state's ability to take timely, appropriate measures. He emphasized that awareness of current developments is no longer a choice but a national necessity that allows for the accurate interpretation of developments, understanding potential political and security challenges, and dealing with them rationally and responsibly, without exaggeration or underestimation.
His Highness added that vigilance is a duty that does not rest solely with state institutions, but includes every citizen of Kuwait. Confronting attacks on Kuwait, he stated that Kuwait's Armed Forces are carrying out their duties and missions with firmness and competence, dealing with all threats and challenges efficiently, while maintaining the sovereignty of the country's airspace and the safety of the homeland.
HH the Amir announced an increase in the level of alertness, strengthening preventive measures, and expanding deployment at vital sites to ensure a rapid response to any emergency and to preserve public reassurance. He affirmed that Kuwait has been subjected to a blatant attack by a neighboring country, despite not allowing its land, airspace, or coasts to be used for any military action against Iran, which was communicated to Iran through diplomatic channels.
His Highness highlighted that the attacks on Kuwait's airspace, territory, civilian facilities, and infrastructure resulted in the martyrdom of members of the armed forces and a child, along with scores of injuries. This constitutes a clear violation of international norms and conventions and a blatant assault on Kuwait's sovereignty, security, and stability. He affirmed that Kuwait's sovereignty is safeguarded by the will of its people and the courage of its citizens, calling on the international community to condemn this aggression.
He reiterated that attacks targeting sisterly countries are attacks on the security of the entire region and a direct threat to its stability and peace. His Highness emphasized that the security of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries is indivisible, and any violation of a member state's sovereignty constitutes a violation of collective security. Kuwait expresses full solidarity with its sisterly countries and supports all measures taken to protect their sovereignty, security, and stability.
HH the Amir stressed Kuwait's full and inherent right to self-defense under Article 51 of the United Nations Charter, in response to this blatant aggression, in a manner proportionate to the scale and nature of the attack and in accordance with international law. This includes taking all necessary measures to protect its territory, its people, and residents while preserving its sovereignty, security, and stability.