Iranian drones and missiles struck Terminal 1 of Kuwait International Airport on Wednesday, killing one person and injuring dozens [1], [2].
The attack marks a significant escalation in regional volatility, occurring amid rising tensions between Iran and the U.S. in the Gulf [5].
Kuwaiti authorities released CCTV footage showing the moment of the strike, which triggered fires and caused heavy material damage within the terminal [1], [3]. The impact forced the immediate suspension of all air traffic at the facility [4].
Official reports confirm the death of one Indian national [2]. Regarding casualties, one report said 63 people were injured [2], while other accounts described the number as several [1].
Kuwaiti officials said the operation was "criminal Iranian aggression" [1], [5]. The strike targeted critical infrastructure, resulting in extensive smoke and fire inside the airport terminal [1], [3].
Emergency services responded to the scene to manage the blaze and evacuate the area. The total cost of the material damage has not yet been disclosed, though the disruption to international travel remains total as the airport remains closed [4].
“Iranian drones and missiles struck Terminal 1 of Kuwait International Airport”
This strike represents a direct assault on civilian infrastructure and a breach of Kuwaiti sovereignty. By targeting a primary international gateway, the attack not only disrupts global transit but signals a willingness by Iran to engage in kinetic operations against Gulf states to exert pressure during its ongoing standoff with the U.S.
