Kuwait describes Iranian attack as heinous and aggressive act
June 3, 2026 • Al Jazeera
Kuwait Labels Iranian Attack as “Heinous Aggression”
A drone attack on Kuwait’s international airport has been described by the country’s defence ministry as “heinous aggression”. The incident occurred at the airport on Wednesday, resulting in the death of one person and injuring dozens more. According to reports, the drones struck a terminal, causing significant material damage.
The Ministry of Defence in Kuwait has issued a statement confirming the attack and attributing it to Iranian forces. The ministry’s description of the incident as “heinous aggression” suggests that the country views the attack as a serious and deliberate act of violence.
Details of the attack are still emerging, but officials have confirmed that multiple drones were involved and that the impact was significant enough to cause material damage to the terminal. The full extent of the damage is not yet known.
The incident has sparked an official response from Kuwait’s government, with the defence ministry issuing a statement condemning the attack and vowing to take action to protect its citizens and interests. The international community is also likely to be watching the situation closely, as tensions between Iran and other regional powers have been escalating in recent months.
Source: Al Jazeera