Which island in Kuwait is the smallest and southernmost offshore territory, famous for being surrounded by pristine coral reefs and being the first Kuwaiti land liberated during Operation Desert Storm in January 1991?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Qaruh Island
- Step 1: Qaruh Island is the smallest of Kuwait's nine islands, measuring only about 275 meters long and 175 meters wide.
- Step 2: Situated 37 kilometers off the southern Kuwaiti mainland, it is enveloped by rich fringing coral reefs.
- Step 3: On January 21, 1991, US coalition naval forces liberated Qaruh Island, making it the very first piece of Kuwaiti territory freed from Iraqi occupation.
Answer
Qaruh Island.
Why not the others: 'Kubbar Island' is located further north and is famous for tern nesting; 'Umm al Maradim Island' is larger and lies south near the maritime border; 'Auhah Island' lies just southeast of Failaka.
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