Iranian Drone and Missile Attack Hits Kuwait Airport

An Iranian drone and missile attack hit Kuwait’s international airport early Wednesday, June 3, 2026, causing injuries and forcing authorities to divert flights, according to Kuwait’s state news agency. The General Civil Aviation Authority said the strike caused “severe damage” to the airport’s T1 building.

The incident came as Iran launched missiles toward multiple U.S. partners in the Gulf, U.S. military officials said. U.S. Central Command said some of the projectiles did not reach their targets.

Kuwaiti authorities did not immediately provide details on the number of injured, the extent of operational disruption, or how long flight diversions would remain in place in the initial statements cited by the state news agency.

U.S. military describes missile interceptions and failures

The U.S. military said two Iranian missiles fired at Kuwait fell short or broke apart en route. It also said three missiles launched toward Bahrain were intercepted by U.S. and Bahraini forces.

U.S. Central Command added that Iran launched ballistic missiles toward regional neighbors but that all failed to hit their intended targets.

U.S. strikes on Qeshm Island

In response to what it described as attempted attacks by Iran, U.S. forces conducted strikes on Qeshm Island, U.S. Central Command said. It said the strikes defeated multiple Iranian ballistic missiles and drones.

Officials did not provide additional details in the initial statements about the timing of the strikes or the damage assessment. The developments underscored heightened regional tensions and ongoing military activity around the Gulf.

Further updates are likely to focus on the airport’s operations, any additional defensive actions, and whether further launches are reported in the region.