A Kuwait airport attack killed one person and injured dozens after Iranian strikes targeted civilian infrastructure, deepening regional tensions.
DUBAI: A Kuwait airport attack left one person dead and at least 63 others injured on Wednesday after Iranian missile and drone strikes hit civilian infrastructure across the Gulf nation, according to Kuwaiti authorities. The incident forced a temporary suspension of flights and caused significant damage to facilities at Kuwait International Airport.
Kuwait’s Foreign Ministry condemned the strikes, saying they targeted vital civilian infrastructure, including the airport and diplomatic missions. Authorities reported damage to Terminal 1, while emergency services treated dozens of injured passengers and staff. Air traffic was briefly halted before operations resumed from Terminal 4 following safety assessments.
The Kuwait airport attack came amid a sharp escalation in hostilities between Iran and the United States. Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed responsibility for attacks against US military assets in Kuwait and Bahrain, including the headquarters of the US Fifth Fleet. Iranian officials described the strikes as retaliation for alleged American military actions near Qeshm Island and the Strait of Hormuz.
The United States disputed Iran’s account and said its forces successfully intercepted several missiles and drones launched toward Gulf allies. US Central Command stated that no intended targets were struck and confirmed retaliatory strikes against Iranian positions on Qeshm Island.
Neighbouring Bahrain activated warning sirens and urged residents to seek shelter as regional security concerns intensified. Saudi and UAE officials also issued statements expressing solidarity with Kuwait and Bahrain while condemning attacks on civilian sites.
The Kuwait airport attack is likely to increase concerns over Gulf security and aviation safety as diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions between Tehran and Washington remain stalled. The latest developments have also renewed fears about stability around key shipping routes and energy infrastructure in the region.
