Gulf media sources have reported that Kuwaiti security officers intercepted a package containing an improvised explosive device, or IED, at Kuwait’s airport on Friday, April 12.
According to Kuwaiti interior ministry officials, the device was detected during a routine cargo check, after which the package was seized by officers for further examination. A special forensics team who screened the package using thermal devices discovered a hollowed- out book inside that reportedly contained batteries, an explosive paste, and TNT.
Kuwaiti daily newspaper Aljarida has reported that the package was being sent via courier to a military “office” in Washington, D.C. However, no additional information has emerged confirming or corroborating this information at this time. An investigation is underway as Kuwaiti officials attempt to uncover the identity and address of the sender.
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Source: AJOT