Drone attack at Kuwait airport leaves one dead and 63 injured

Published at: 03/06/2026 08:21 AM

Kuwait's airport was seriously damaged as a result of a drone attack, as confirmed by Saud Al-Atwan, representative of the Emirate's Ministry of Defense. As a direct result of this incident, the Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported the death of one person.

For its part, the Kuwaiti Ministry of Health reported that at least 63 people were injured, including airport personnel and passengers. Due to the magnitude of the damage, the operation of the air terminal was affected, causing significant delays and the diversion of flights to alternative routes to ensure the safety of users.

The Kuwaiti authorities have initiated appropriate investigations following this event, which has shocked the region. In its initial statements, the Emirate government directly attributed the responsibility for this attack to the government of Iran, raising diplomatic tension in the Gulf area.

This event marks a critical precedent in the security of the country's strategic infrastructure. Emergency teams continue to work in the affected area to remove debris and secure facilities, while evaluating the necessary measures to restore normal international air traffic as soon as possible.

The Emirate Government maintains constant communication with the international community to report damage and victims. It is expected that in the next few hours the authorities will issue a more detailed assessment of the situation of the injured and the political repercussions of this incident.

Mazo News Team