President William Ruto has strongly condemned recent missile attacks targeting American military bases in the Gulf, warning that the widening Middle East conflict poses a serious threat to global peace and stability.
In a statement issued Monday, the Kenyan leader said the growing regionalisation of the war risks destabilising international security and called for urgent diplomatic engagement to prevent further escalation.
“At this defining and perilous moment in global history, longstanding multilateral institutions remain indispensable frameworks for resolving the current crisis in the Middle East,” Ruto said.
Escalating regional conflict
The condemnation comes after Iran launched retaliatory missile and drone strikes following attacks by the United States and Israel under a military campaign known as “Operation Epic Fury,” which began on February 28, 2026.
Iran’s strikes targeted multiple Gulf countries, including the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, Jordan, Bahrain, and Iraq.
In response, several nations — including Iran, Israel, Iraq, Kuwait, and the UAE — have partially closed their airspace amid ongoing security risks.
According to international reports, more than 200 people have been killed in Iran since the fighting began, with hundreds more injured, while Iran has launched retaliatory missiles against Israeli territory and US military installations across the Gulf.
Kenya issues travel and safety measures
Closer to home, the crisis has already begun affecting Kenya. Kenya Airways has suspended flights to Dubai and Sharjah indefinitely due to airspace restrictions and security concerns.
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi also issued a travel advisory urging Kenyans living in or travelling through the Middle East to remain vigilant.
He called on citizens to avoid unnecessary movement, particularly near military installations and crowded public areas, and to strictly follow instructions from local security authorities.
