Iranian drone strike hits Kuwait airport, injuring dozens; new footage emerges

An Iranian drone strike caused severe damage to Terminal 1 of Kuwait International Airport on June 3, 2026, leading to one fatality and dozens of injuries. Authorities confirmed that an Indian national was killed and 63 people, including passengers and airport staff, sustained injuries, with some being serious. The attack resulted in the temporary suspension of airport operations and disrupted flights, drawing widespread condemnation from regional governments.

New video footage has since emerged, capturing the moment an Iranian Shahed-136 type drone impacted the terminal, revealing a significant explosion and extensive structural damage. While Kuwait has attributed the strike to Iran, Tehran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps denied responsibility, instead claiming the damage was caused by a malfunctioning US-made Patriot air defense missile. This incident marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between Iran and the U.S., further straining an already fragile ceasefire in the region.