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FRI · 2026-03-20 · 16:05 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0320-26434
NSR-2026-0320-26434News Report·EN·Conflict
Air raid sirens blare during Eid call to prayer in Kuwait
On March 20, 2026, air raid sirens sounded in Kuwait City as the call to Eid al-Fitr prayers was being made at a mosque. The sirens were triggered by an Iranian attack targeting US assets with missiles and drones.
Al JazeeraFiled 2026-03-20 · 16:05 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min
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On March 20, 2026, air raid sirens sounded in Kuwait City as the call to Eid al-Fitr prayers was being made at a mosque. The sirens were triggered by an Iranian attack targeting US assets with missiles and drones. The incident occurred amidst heightened tensions between Iran and the US, leading to the activation of air raid defenses in Kuwait. The article highlights the disruption of religious observances due to the ongoing conflict in the region. The specific targets of the Iranian attack within Kuwait were not detailed in the provided text.
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The air raid sirens sounded as the call to Eid al-Fitr prayers was made.
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Air raid sirens sounded across Kuwait City.
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Iran targeted US assets with missiles and drones.
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