An Iranian drone struck Kuwait International Airport on Wednesday, killing at least one person, injuring others, and causing serious damage to the passenger terminal
As a result, the country decided to suspend all commercial flights until further notice.
The attack occurred just hours after a missile exchange between Iran and the United States in the Gulf region.
According to a spokesman for the Kuwaiti Ministry of Defense, several hostile drones struck the airport’s main building, which had reopened just days earlier after being closed since February due to the war with Iran.
Iran stated that the attack was part of a response to American actions, including firing a missile at an oil tanker attempting to reach the country despite the US blockade.
The United States, in turn, said it responded with attacks on an Iranian military installation on Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz.
This new episode of violence occurs at a delicate moment in negotiations to extend the ceasefire between Iran, the United States, and Israel.
Iranian news agencies close to the Revolutionary Guard reported that Tehran interrupted talks with mediators, demanding that the ceasefire also be respected in Lebanon, where Israel and Hezbollah are exchanging attacks.
However, US President Donald Trump denied that negotiations had stopped and stated that dialogues are continuing steadily.
The situation in the Persian Gulf is increasing tension and hindering efforts to reach a lasting peace agreement in the region.
Kuwait’s airport, which had just resumed operations, now remains closed, affecting air traffic in the country.
Published in 06/03/2026 14h19
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Reference article:
- https://www.timesofisrael.com/1-killed-in-iranian-drone-attack-on-kuwaiti-airport-flights-suspended/