Kuwaiti Army says air defences are currently intercepting hostile missile and drone attacks
The reports of Kuwaiti air defences intercepting missile and drone attacks suggest a significant escalation in regional tensions.
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This situation could provoke market reactions in oil prices as geopolitical risks tend to elevate concerns about supply disruptions, while also impacting regional currencies and safe-haven assets such as gold.
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