Gulf states intercept hundreds of Iranian missiles and drones, issue joint condemnation with US

Fox News - World ConflictNews ReportEN 2 min read 100% complete by Ashley CarnahanMarch 2, 2026 at 08:31 PM

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Several Gulf states, including Bahrain, Qatar, the UAE, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia, reported intercepting hundreds of Iranian missiles and drones over the past 24 hours. These interceptions occurred as regional tensions escalated following U.S. and Israeli strikes against Iran. The UAE also announced the closure of its embassy in Tehran. In response to the attacks, the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, and the United States issued a joint statement condemning Iran's missile and drone strikes as indiscriminate and reckless, endangering civilians and violating sovereignty. The countries reaffirmed their commitment to regional security and their right to self-defense.

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The UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait and the United States released a joint statement condemning Iran’s strikes.

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Kuwait's air defenses have intercepted and destroyed 97 ballistic missiles and 283 drones.

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The UAE intercepted nine ballistic missiles, six cruise missiles and 148 drones.

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Qatar downed two Iranian Su-24 fighter aircraft and intercepted seven ballistic missiles and five drones.

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Bahrain intercepted 70 missiles and 59 drones targeting the kingdom.

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