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A drone attack struck a fuel tank at Kuwait International Airport on Wednesday, causing a fire but no reported casualties. The incident occurred when the drone hit the tank, leading to visible flames at the site. According to Kuwait’s Civil Aviation Authority spokesperson Abdullah Al-Razi, initial reports confirmed that no lives were lost, though the facility sustained damage.
Following the strike, authorities immediately activated emergency protocols. Fire services and other relevant agencies were deployed to control and extinguish the blaze. The Civil Aviation Authority stated that emergency teams were working to ensure safety and prevent further damage.
The source report did not specify who was responsible for the attack or whether airport operations were disrupted. Investigations into the incident are ongoing, according to the initial briefing shared with Kuwait News Agency (KUNA).
Drone hits fuel tank at Kuwait airport, fire contained, no casualties reported
Iran carried out drone attacks on Kuwait’s state-owned oil refinery early Friday, according to Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC). The refinery, located in Mina Al-Ahmadi, suffered multiple drone strikes that caused a fire in one of its units. Emergency teams were deployed to extinguish the blaze, and authorities temporarily shut down several units as a precaution. No casualties have been reported so far.
State media reported that the assault is part of Iran’s ongoing retaliatory campaign across Gulf countries following an Israeli strike on Iran’s South Pars gas field. The incident marks a continuation of escalating hostilities in the region, with Iran targeting Gulf states in response to recent attacks.
Despite the end of Ramadan and the celebration of Eid al-Fitr across the Gulf, the report noted that there are no signs of the conflict easing soon.
Iran drone attack hits Kuwait oil refinery, no casualties reported
A drone attack struck the Mina Abdullah oil refinery in Kuwait on Thursday morning, causing a fire at the facility operated by the Kuwait National Petroleum Company. The incident occurred about 30 miles south of Kuwait City. According to the Kuwait News Agency, citing the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation, the fire at the nearby Mina Al-Ahmadi refinery was brought under control, and no casualties were reported.
Authorities have not disclosed where the drone attack originated. The strike on Mina Abdullah came shortly after reports of a drone attack at the Mina Al-Ahmadi refinery, located roughly seven miles away. The Mina Abdullah refinery has a daily production capacity of 730,000 barrels, making it one of the largest oil refineries in the Middle East.
The source did not provide details on potential disruptions to oil production or any official response from Kuwaiti authorities.
Drone strike sparks fire at Kuwait’s Mina Abdullah refinery, no casualties reported
The Italian military has reported that one of its bases in Kuwait, which it jointly operates with the United States, came under a drone attack. The incident was disclosed on March 15, 2026, according to the report. Italian military officials stated that no casualties occurred as a result of the attack.
The report, citing Al Jazeera as its source, did not specify who was responsible for the drone strike or the extent of any material damage. The base is known to be used collaboratively by Italian and US forces, highlighting the international military presence in Kuwait.
No further details were provided about the nature of the attack or any subsequent response from the involved parties.
Italian military reports drone strike on joint base in Kuwait, no casualties
A drone struck an Italian military base in Kuwait that is jointly used with the United States, according to the country's military. The incident occurred as the Iran–Israel conflict entered its 16th day, with Iran continuing to launch strong counterattacks. The report was confirmed by Al Jazeera, citing official sources.
Authorities have not released details about the origin or ownership of the drone involved in the strike. According to an AFP report quoting officials, there were no casualties from the incident. The attack adds to regional tensions as hostilities between Iran and Israel persist without signs of a ceasefire or negotiation.
The situation underscores the growing risks to foreign military installations in the Middle East as the conflict continues to expand beyond direct combat zones.
Drone hits Italian base in Kuwait amid Iran-Israel conflict, no casualties reported
Several drone attacks targeted Kuwait International Airport, according to the country’s Public Authority for Civil Aviation as reported by the state news agency. The incident occurred on March 12, 2026, and was confirmed through an official post on social media platform X. Authorities stated that while the attacks caused material damage, there were no reports of human casualties.
The report did not specify the origin of the drones or the extent of the damage to airport facilities. The Public Authority for Civil Aviation has not released further details about disruptions to airport operations or ongoing investigations. The incident adds to regional security concerns amid heightened tensions in the Gulf area.
Further updates from Kuwaiti authorities are awaited to assess the full impact of the attack and any potential security measures being implemented at the airport.
Drone strikes hit Kuwait airport causing damage but no casualties
Two firefighters were killed in Kuwait while performing their duties, according to a statement from the Kuwait Fire Service. The announcement came amid ongoing Iranian retaliatory attacks on US installations in Gulf countries following joint US-Israeli strikes. The fire service disclosed the incident on social media platform X but did not provide details on the exact circumstances of the deaths.
Al Jazeera, citing Kuwaiti authorities, reported that the two officers were engaged in extinguishing a blaze at a fuel tank at the country’s airport when they lost their lives. The victims were identified as Lieutenant Colonel Abdullah Emad Al-Sharah and Major Fahad Abdul Aziz Al-Mujammad.
The deaths occurred during heightened regional tensions, as Gulf states remain on alert over Iran’s continuing strikes and conflicting messages from Tehran.
Two Kuwaiti firefighters die battling airport blaze amid Iran’s ongoing retaliatory attacks
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed responsibility for a drone and missile attack targeting Kuwait’s Al-Adiri air base. According to a report by Fars News Agency, the IRGC stated that the strike destroyed a U.S. helicopter maintenance center, fuel tanks, and a command center located at the base.
Kuwait’s armed forces earlier reported that the country’s air defense systems had responded to incoming missile and drone attacks. Fars News further reported that a large fire broke out at the base following the assault, producing thick black smoke visible from a distance.
The incident marks a significant escalation in regional tensions, though no independent confirmation of the reported damage or casualties was provided in the source.
Iran’s IRGC claims drone and missile strike on Kuwait’s Al-Adiri air base
Kuwait’s government reported that its air defense system recently detected and destroyed three ballistic missiles. The announcement came shortly before a drone attack struck Kuwait International Airport, setting fire to fuel tanks and the main building of the Public Institution for Social Security. Fire service teams are currently working to control and extinguish the fires at both locations.
According to a report by Qatar-based media outlet Al Jazeera, the incidents occurred on Sunday. The government’s statement did not specify the source of the missiles or the drones, but confirmed that emergency services were responding to the situation.
Authorities have not yet provided details on casualties or the extent of the damage, and investigations into the attacks are ongoing.
Drone attack sparks fires at Kuwait airport after missiles intercepted
An attack struck the headquarters of Kuwait’s Public Institution for Social Security, causing structural damage to the main building, according to a government statement. The incident occurred as the institution announced that no visitors would be allowed into the headquarters on Sunday, advising them to use other branches or online services instead.
The attack came at a time when Kuwait’s Ministry of Defense was reporting repeated airstrike threats and urging residents to follow safety guidelines. The government has not yet provided details about the nature of the attack or any casualties.
The timing of the assault, coinciding with heightened regional tensions and defense alerts, underscores growing security concerns in Kuwait and the wider Gulf region.
Attack damages Kuwait social security HQ amid defense ministry airstrike warnings
A Bangladeshi expatriate named Zahed Hossain, aged 30, died in an explosion in Kuwait’s Salmi desert area on Thursday around 11 a.m. local time. He was the son of Kamal Uddin from Ward 9 of Sandwip Municipality in Chattogram. The incident was confirmed by his colleague Lutfur Rahman, who said the explosion occurred while Zahed was working in the desert region.
According to relatives, Zahed had gone to Kuwait about two years ago on a camel-herding visa and was planning to return home soon for vacation. Kuwaiti authorities have not yet issued any official statement or details about the cause of the explosion. His death has cast a shadow of grief over his family, relatives, and the Bangladeshi expatriate community.
The lack of official information from Kuwaiti authorities leaves uncertainty about the circumstances surrounding the explosion and any potential investigation.
Bangladeshi worker dies in explosion in Kuwait’s Salmi desert area, no official statement yet
The United States Embassy in Kuwait City has suspended its operations, according to a statement from the Kuwaiti Foreign Ministry. The ministry confirmed that no American staff members have been reported injured so far. The U.S. Department of State emphasized that the safety of American citizens abroad remains its highest priority.
The statement further advised U.S. citizens currently in Kuwait to leave the country as soon as possible using commercial or other available means if it is safe to do so. Those unable to depart were urged to take shelter in secure locations. The announcement did not specify the reason behind the suspension or the duration of the closure.
The advisory reflects heightened caution for U.S. nationals in the region, though no direct threat or incident involving embassy personnel has been reported.
US Embassy in Kuwait suspends operations, urges citizens to leave or seek shelter
Iran has carried out another attack on US forces stationed in Kuwait, this time using drones. According to Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency, the strike targeted the US military base at Arifjan. No further details about the scale of the attack or potential casualties have been released.
The report follows a previous Iranian strike in Kuwait that killed six US soldiers. Tehran began retaliatory operations last Saturday in response to earlier attacks by the United States and Israel on Iranian territory. The US has confirmed the deaths of six of its service members from those earlier incidents.
The renewed drone assault underscores escalating hostilities between Iran and the United States in the region, though the immediate consequences of the latest strike remain unclear.
Iran conducts drone strike on US forces at Kuwait’s Arifjan base amid ongoing regional tensions
A major explosion occurred on an oil tanker off the coast of Kuwait, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). The incident took place about 30 nautical miles southeast of Mubarak Al Kabeer port, resulting in an oil spill at sea. UKMTO confirmed that no fire was reported and all crew members were safe and in good health. The agency also noted that a small vessel was seen fleeing the area following the blast.
Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior later stated that the explosion happened outside the country’s territorial waters, at least 60 kilometers from Mubarak Al Kabeer port. The cause of the explosion has not been disclosed. The incident has raised concerns about maritime safety and environmental impact in the Gulf region.
Authorities have not yet provided further details on cleanup operations or potential disruptions to shipping routes in the affected area.
Oil tanker explosion off Kuwait coast causes spill, crew unharmed
Kuwait has confirmed the death of one of its naval officers during a military operation, according to a statement from the country’s armed forces. The announcement was made public on March 3, 2026, but no additional information was provided about the nature of the operation or the circumstances surrounding the officer’s death.
The report, citing Al Jazeera as its source, noted that the Kuwaiti military did not specify where or when the incident took place, nor did it disclose any operational details. The lack of clarity leaves open questions about the context of the mission and the conditions under which the officer was killed.
Further information from Kuwaiti authorities or regional media may clarify the circumstances of the operation and the broader implications for Kuwait’s military activities in the region.
Kuwait confirms naval officer killed during unspecified military operation
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