Kuwait International Airport
Coverage of Kuwait International Airport in the Nexus archive.
- Morning update
The US and Iran exchanged strikes, with the US citing Iranian aggression and Iran targeting US structures in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan. US President Donald Trump threatened renewed attacks if no nuclear deal is reached, while Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed to all vessels following US attacks. Flights at Kuwait International Airport resumed after earlier suspensions due to Iranian attacks.
- Kuwait reopens airspace, resumes flights
Kuwait reopens its airspace and resumes flights at Kuwait International Airport after a suspension caused by Iranian attacks. The Civil Aviation Authority announced the return to normal operations with flights continuing as scheduled.
- Kuwait arms up against Iranian drones
The US government approved a $2 billion Kuwaiti order for counter-drone systems following an Iranian strike that hit Kuwait International Airport, killing one and injuring 63. Kuwait's existing defenses, including Patriot missile batteries, struggle to intercept drones due to their low-altitude and unpredictable trajectories, prompting concerns about integrating radar, sensors, and command systems to respond effectively.
- Dramatic footage shows Iranian drone’s deadly strike on Kuwait airport as people run from blast
A drone strike by Iran at Kuwait International Airport caused an explosion, killing one person and injuring dozens. Kuwait's defense ministry labeled the attack as 'criminal Iranian aggression.'
- Iran says no 'tangible progress' in war talks, Trump says deal close
Iran's foreign minister stated negotiations to end the Middle East war have made 'no tangible progress' amid recent US and Iranian strikes. Kuwaiti officials reported one death and 63 injuries from an Iranian drone strike on Kuwait International Airport, while President Donald Trump claimed a breakthrough could occur 'over the weekend.'
- Kuwait releases CCTV footage of deadly Iranian strike on airport
Kuwait has released surveillance footage that it claims shows an Iranian drone strike on Kuwait International Airport. The footage is presented as evidence of the attack.
- U.S.-Iran tensions escalate with new strikes despite ceasefire
U.S. and Iran tensions escalate with new strikes despite a ceasefire. Iran struck Kuwait International Airport overnight, killing one person and leaving dozens more wounded. The regime cited these strikes as retaliation for U.S. strikes on Iranian military targets, while the U.S. stated it acted in self-defense.
- Gulf tensions escalate as Iran hits Kuwait, US strikes near Hormuz
Iranian drone and missile attacks damaged Kuwait International Airport and injured over 60 people, while the U.S. military conducted strikes near the Strait of Hormuz. The incidents escalate tensions in the Gulf, straining a ceasefire and pushing oil prices up over 2%.
- Iran strikes Kuwait's main airport and kills 1 as ceasefire is tested again
Iran attacked Kuwait's main airport with drones, killing an Indian national and wounding 63. The U.S. and Bahrain intercepted Iranian missiles, while Kuwait partially reopened the airport. The incident tests a fragile ceasefire amid ongoing tensions between Iran, the U.S., and Israel.
- At least 1 person dead after Iran attacks airport in Kuwait
At least one person is reported dead after Iran attacked an airport in Kuwait. The Iranian regime also claims it attacked the U.S. fleet in Bahrain as retaliation for a U.S. assault on an oil tanker.
- Iran and the US trade strikes in the Persian Gulf in new test of ceasefire
Iranian drones attacked Kuwait's main airport, killing an Indian national and wounding dozens, escalating tensions between Iran and the US in the Persian Gulf. The US and Iran exchanged strikes, with the US targeting an Iranian military site near the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil chokepoint, while ceasefire negotiations remain stalled.
- Iranian Drone Attack Hits Airport in Kuwait After Striking US Bases
An Iranian drone attack targeted Kuwait’s airport, causing an overnight emergency shutdown of commercial flights. The attack, which also struck U.S. bases, has heightened uncertainty over fragile peace talks with the United States.
- US ally Kuwait condemns 'brutal and ongoing Iranian attacks' after airport was hit
Kuwait condemned Iranian attacks on its international airport, which resulted in casualties and damage to civilian facilities. The U.S. conducted self-defense strikes against Iran following ballistic missile and drone attacks in the region.
- Iran and the US trade strikes in the Persian Gulf, further testing the ceasefire
Iranian drones attacked Kuwait's main airport, causing damage and at least one death, prompting U.S. military strikes on an Iranian facility in the Strait of Hormuz. The attacks, part of escalating tensions between Iran and the U.S., have strained a fragile ceasefire, with both sides exchanging strikes in the Gulf region.
- Iran and the US trade strikes in the Persian Gulf, further testing the ceasefire
Iran and the U.S. exchanged strikes in the Persian Gulf, damaging Kuwait's main airport and killing one person. The attacks occurred amid stalled ceasefire negotiations, with Iran halting communication with mediators and the U.S. launching retaliatory strikes on an Iranian military facility near the Strait of Hormuz.
- Kuwait airport hit by Iranian drones as US-Iran talks stall
Iran launched drone and missile attacks on Kuwait's international airport, causing severe damage. The US responded with self-defensive strikes on an Iranian military ground control station on Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz as negotiations between Washington and Tehran stall.
- Kuwait says its international airport has partially reopened after an Iranian attack
Kuwait's international airport has partially reopened following an Iranian attack. The announcement was made by Kuwait, as reported by the Associated Press (AP) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
- Iran fires missiles in Kuwait and Bahrain, U.S. strikes Iran facility
Iran launched missile attacks in Kuwait and Bahrain, while the U.S. struck an Iranian facility. Kuwait suspended commercial flights after an Iranian drone attack damaged its airport and caused injuries, following reciprocal missile strikes between Iran and the U.S.
- Iranian drone attack hits Kuwait airport, wounding people
An Iranian drone attack damaged Kuwait International Airport, injuring several people and prompting the suspension of commercial flights. The attack occurred after Iran and the U.S. exchanged missile strikes, with the U.S. targeting an Iranian military facility in retaliation for earlier missile attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain.
- Iranian drone attack hits Kuwait airport, wounding people
An Iranian drone attack damaged Kuwait International Airport, causing injuries and suspending commercial flights. The attack followed missile exchanges between Iran and the U.S., with the U.S. targeting an Iranian military facility in retaliation for prior missile strikes on Kuwait and Bahrain.