Kuwait has temporarily closed its airspace following Iranian attacks, according to an announcement made on Thursday. The Kuwaiti authorities stated that the closure began at 4:50 a.m. local time, with flights being redirected to alternative airports. The decision was taken as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of civil aviation in the region.

In a statement, Kuwait’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation said the move was prompted by the Iranian assault on Kuwaiti territory and the potential risks it posed to civilian air traffic. The authority emphasized that the airspace would remain closed until the situation stabilizes and relevant assessments confirm that the threats have been eliminated.

Officials added that once conditions are deemed safe, Kuwait will reopen its airspace and resume normal flight operations based on the evaluation of the concerned authorities.