Kuwait has suspended air traffic at its main international airport after authorities reported that an Iranian drone strike targeted a passenger terminal, causing injuries and damage to airport infrastructure.
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According to Kuwaiti officials, the attack struck Terminal One at Kuwait International Airport on Wednesday, prompting an immediate response from emergency services and aviation authorities. Several people were reportedly injured in the incident and received medical treatment, although officials did not disclose the exact number of casualties.
🇰🇼 Kuwait’s civil aviation authority says Iranian drones and missiles struck Terminal 1 at Kuwait International Airport, causing severe damage and multiple injuries.
Commercial flight operations have been suspended pending further assessment.
pic.twitter.com/7JSHX0Xm7v— Flashpoint OSINT (@OkosOstan) June 3, 2026
Brigadier General Saud Abdulaziz Al-Atwan, spokesperson for Kuwait’s Ministry of Defence, described the incident as an act of aggression that resulted in significant material damage to the terminal building. Authorities said assessments of the damage were ongoing.
Following the attack, Kuwait’s civil aviation authorities suspended airport operations and redirected incoming flights to alternative destinations as a precautionary measure. The temporary closure was implemented to ensure passenger safety and allow emergency crews to secure the affected area.
The incident marks the latest escalation in regional tensions linked to the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel. Kuwait, a longstanding US ally in the Gulf region, has faced growing security concerns since the outbreak of hostilities earlier this year.
Iran has previously accused Kuwait of facilitating US military operations by allowing American forces access to facilities on its territory, allegations that have heightened diplomatic tensions between the two countries.
The reported attack comes amid a broader pattern of missile and drone incidents across the Gulf region, affecting military installations, commercial shipping routes and civilian infrastructure. Regional governments have increased security measures in response to the evolving situation.
Aviation and security experts warn that attacks targeting civilian infrastructure could further disrupt regional travel and economic activity, while raising concerns about the safety of key transportation hubs.
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As investigations continue, Kuwaiti authorities are working to restore normal airport operations and assess the full impact of the incident. No immediate statement was issued by Iranian officials regarding the reported strike.