Kuwait’s oil sector has been largely paralysed for several months as war in the Gulf region disrupts shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, sharply reducing oil exports. The disruption has created a major crisis for Kuwait, where oil accounts for more than 90 percent of government revenue and nearly all export earnings. The strait is Kuwait’s main route for oil exports.

Unlike Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait has no alternative pipeline route to transport oil while bypassing the strait. Kuwait Petroleum Corporation chief executive Sheikh Nawaf Saud Al-Sabah described the situation as the country’s biggest oil-sector crisis since Iraq’s 1990 invasion. While the current war has not caused destruction on that scale, Kuwait’s oil infrastructure has been damaged.

KPC declared force majeure within days of the war’s start because it could not meet contractual obligations, then withdrew the notice in June. Iranian attacks damaged water-treatment and fuel facilities, while KPC headquarters was hit by a drone attack in April. Before the war, Kuwait produced slightly more than 2.6 million barrels daily and planned to reach 4 million barrels by 2040. KPC expects transport to normalise if Hormuz reopens.

Kuwait has denied allegations that it was involved in any military operation against Iran, saying no party was permitted to use Kuwaiti territory, airspace or waters to attack Iran. The government issued the formal clarification after a report in The Wall Street Journal, according to Kuwait’s state news agency KUNA. The article was published on July 26, 2026.

The Wall Street Journal report alleged that Kuwait and Bahrain secretly conducted airstrikes in response to Iranian drone and missile attacks on US military bases in the Persian Gulf region. It said the strikes, carried out earlier this month, targeted Iranian military sites as well as drone and missile storage facilities. The report also alleged that the United Arab Emirates provided intelligence support for the operation.

Kuwait’s ambassador to the United States, Sheikha Al-Zein Al-Sabah, sent a letter to The Wall Street Journal editorial board calling the allegations entirely false and baseless. She said Kuwait had not participated in military operations against Iran and had not authorized any party to use its territory, airspace or waters for offensive action. No official statement from Bahrain had been reported.

Kuwait has rejected as entirely baseless a report that its warplanes participated in US strikes on Iranian territory. In a letter to The Wall Street Journal’s editorial board, Kuwait’s ambassador to the United States, Sheikha Al-Zain Al-Sabah, denied the claim. The report was published on July 26, 2026, citing Kuwait’s state news agency KUNA.

The ambassador described the Wall Street Journal report as factually untrue and said Kuwait had not taken part in any military operation against Iran. She also said Kuwait had not allowed any country or force to use its territory, airspace or territorial waters to conduct offensive operations against Iran.

The Wall Street Journal had reported on Friday, citing sources familiar with the matter, that Kuwait and Bahrain struck several Iran-based targets with warplanes after Iran launched missile and drone attacks against US military facilities in the Gulf region. Iran had said its action was retaliation for recent attacks by US forces in several Iranian cities. Kuwait’s ambassador said the country would not permit its territory, airspace or waters to be used for such operations in the future.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has carried out another attack on a US military installation in Kuwait, according to a report published on July 23, 2026. The IRGC stated that the strike targeted American facilities at Ali Al-Salem Air Base, destroying a large warehouse of military equipment, a Patriot missile defense system, and a hangar containing MQ-9 drones.

The report added that Iran also attacked Al-Adiri Barracks, where US troops are housed, along with two helicopter hangars. The IRGC claimed that the assault resulted in casualties and significant damage to helicopters and drones. The group emphasized that the operation was not directed against the Kuwaiti people but was intended as retaliation for what it described as US aggression against Iran.

According to the IRGC, Iranian fighters also struck a telecommunications tower in response to a US attack on a similar facility inside Iran. The report cited Al Jazeera as its source.

Iran has carried out a drone attack on a US military installation at Camp Doha in Kuwait, targeting an ammunition depot and ground force supplies. The semi-official Tasnim news agency reported that Iran’s armed forces described the strike as a response to US aggression. In its statement, the Iranian military said it remains united and ready to counter any new conspiracies by its enemies, identifying Camp Doha as a key support hub for US personnel and equipment in the region.

Following the incident, Kuwait has begun conserving electricity amid fears of power outages during the summer heatwave. The precaution comes after Iranian attacks on power infrastructure raised concerns about energy stability in the country.

The report, citing Al Jazeera, did not specify the extent of damage or casualties from the drone strike, leaving the immediate impact on US operations in Kuwait unclear.

Iran has again targeted Kuwait’s electricity and water infrastructure, according to the country’s Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy. The ministry reported that several power plants and seawater desalination facilities were damaged in the latest assault, marking the fourth consecutive day of such attacks. Fires broke out at multiple sites but were quickly brought under control.

Authorities said assessments are underway to determine the extent of the damage, and repair operations have already begun to restore affected facilities. The ministry added that relevant agencies are closely monitoring the situation to ensure continued supply of electricity and clean water across the country.

The report, citing Al Jazeera, did not specify the scale of the disruption or whether any casualties occurred, but emphasized that restoration efforts are ongoing to stabilize essential services.

Iran’s army has claimed responsibility for drone attacks on three major United States military installations in Kuwait. According to a statement published by Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency, the strikes targeted the administrative building and direction-finding antenna at Camp Arifjan, the helicopter parking area at Camp Al-Adiri, and the military housing at Ahmed Al-Jaber base. The attacks reportedly involved ‘kamikaze’ or suicide drones.

The statement accused US forces of destabilizing regional security and said Iran’s armed forces were acting to restore peace through resistance against what it called ‘American terrorism.’ The announcement came shortly after Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed separate strikes on US facilities at Ahmed Al-Jaber and Ali Al-Salem air bases.

The report did not specify the extent of damage or casualties from the attacks, and no immediate response from US authorities was mentioned.

Iran carried out a drone attack on a US military installation at Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait, according to reports published on July 20, 2026. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed responsibility for the strike, saying it destroyed an American early-warning radar system. Separate attacks reportedly targeted an aircraft equipment warehouse and a hangar housing MQ-9 drones, causing several aircraft to catch fire.

In a related development, Iran also claimed to have shot down an MQ-9 drone in the Eslamabad-e Gharb area of Kermanshah province. According to Mehr News, the IRGC Aerospace Force engaged the drone using an advanced air defense system operating under the country’s integrated defense network.

The report, citing Al Jazeera as its source, did not provide details on casualties or the extent of damage beyond the destroyed radar and burning aircraft.

Kuwaiti authorities reported that a power generation and seawater desalination facility was attacked for the second time in two days, according to Al Jazeera. The Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy stated that several parts of the facility caught fire, and firefighting and emergency crews were working to bring the blaze under control.

The ministry confirmed that a large number of power generation units were damaged in the incident. However, officials did not immediately release details about the nature of the attack, possible casualties, or the full extent of the damage.

This second consecutive attack on the same facility within two days has raised new concerns about the security of Kuwait’s energy and water supply infrastructure.

Iran has carried out large-scale destructive drone attacks on two US military bases in Kuwait, according to a statement from the Iranian army. The announcement, broadcast on state-run IRIB, said that Iranian drones struck an ammunition depot at Camp Al Adiri and targeted Patriot and air defense radar systems at Ali Al Salem Air Base.

Major General Ali Abdollahi, commander of Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, warned that any act of aggression or brutality would be met with a decisive and destructive response. The statement framed the attacks as retaliation against what Iran described as US aggression.

The report, citing Al Jazeera as its source, did not provide details on casualties, damage assessments, or any official response from the United States or Kuwaiti authorities.

The Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) reported that a major oil sector facility in Kuwait was damaged following repeated attacks by Iran. According to a statement cited by the state news agency KUNA, several people were injured and significant material damage occurred. The injured received immediate medical treatment, and the facility was evacuated for safety reasons. Authorities are coordinating efforts to manage the aftermath of the incident.

In a separate development, Jordan’s armed forces announced that they had intercepted and downed four drones that entered the country’s airspace within the past 24 hours. The military confirmed there were no casualties or property damage resulting from the drone incidents.

The statements from both Kuwait and Jordan highlight heightened regional security tensions, though no further details were provided on the scale or motive behind the attacks.

A fire erupted at a power and water purification plant in Kuwait following Iran’s recent attack, according to the country’s Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy. The ministry stated that precautionary measures were immediately taken to protect the facility and its workers, including disconnecting several generating units to maintain grid stability.

In its statement, the ministry added that all operational and emergency plans were activated right after the fire. These actions helped ensure the continuity and stability of both electricity and water networks while limiting any potential impact on services. Continuous technical and operational monitoring remains in place to oversee the situation.

The ministry’s statement, cited by Al Jazeera, did not specify the extent of the damage or the exact cause of the fire, but emphasized that essential services were not significantly disrupted.

Kuwait Airways has announced a temporary suspension of flight takeoffs and landings at Kuwait International Airport following a recent Iranian attack. The airline stated that it has adjusted the schedules of most of its flights in response to the situation. Passengers have been advised to stay updated on the latest flight information through official channels.

According to the airline’s statement, notifications and text messages will be sent to phone numbers registered during booking to inform passengers of any updates. The decision comes amid heightened regional tensions linked to the Iranian attack, which has affected air travel operations in the area.

The airline’s advisory underscores the uncertainty surrounding flight operations and the need for travelers to monitor official communications for further developments.

Kuwait is in talks with Pakistan to establish a major defense agreement as the Iran-United States war reshapes Middle Eastern security dynamics. According to a Reuters report, Kuwait has proposed energy cooperation and investment in exchange for Pakistan’s military support. A Pakistani official said Kuwait wants to deploy thousands of Pakistani troops along with fighter jets, drones, and air defense systems. The discussions are still at an early stage.

Kuwait has suffered severe damage from Iranian counterattacks, including a strike on a power and water plant. Despite hosting around 14,000 U.S. troops at two major bases, the country remains vulnerable to missile and drone attacks due to its location. Pakistan, a U.S. security partner with good relations with Iran, has been mediating between Washington and Tehran, though the ceasefire deal they helped broker is now under threat.

Analysts note that Kuwait’s move follows Saudi Arabia’s 2025 defense pact with Pakistan, signaling Islamabad’s growing role as a regional security partner. However, a full defense pact with Kuwait could pose risks for Pakistan given the Gulf state’s limited influence and military vulnerability.

Kuwait’s army reported that several of its soldiers were injured on Friday morning following drone attacks launched by Iran. According to an official statement, Iranian drones targeted multiple military installations and army camps across the country, resulting in injuries among members of the Kuwait Land Forces. The statement did not disclose the number of injured personnel or specify which facilities were hit.

The army added that Chief of General Staff Lieutenant General Khaled Dirz Saad Al-Shuraian and Deputy Chief of General Staff Air Vice Marshal Sabah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah visited the injured soldiers in hospital to assess their condition. Medical teams briefed the senior officers on the soldiers’ health status and progress of treatment.

Earlier, Kuwait had announced that its air defense systems intercepted missiles and drones launched from Iran, though details of those incidents were not elaborated in the latest statement.