Kuwait, September 5, 2026
Kuwait's air defense on Thursday once again repelled missile and drone attacks that, according to the Kuwaiti army, came from Iran.
The Kuwaiti army stated on Thursday on the online service X that its air defense was currently repelling hostile missile and drone attacks. It attributed these attacks to Iran. The statement said the attacks were "auf die abscheuliche iranische Aggression zurückzuführen".
The statement provides no information on which targets in Kuwait were attacked. It also mentions neither possible damage nor casualties. In addition, it is not confirmed whether all incoming projectiles could be intercepted.
Background of the Escalation
The report describes a renewed escalation of attacks between Iran and Kuwait. It leaves open, however, how many missiles or drones were used and when the attacks began. There are also no details in the available information on the precise course of the defense.
