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Drone Strike Kills One, Injures 60, Closes Kuwait Airport

6/5/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The drone strike at Kuwait Airport killed one person, injured more than 60 staff and passengers, and forced the closure of Terminal 1.
More than 25 ambulances responded and doctors performed at least seven emergency surgeries at the scene.
Kuwait expelled two Iranian diplomats within 24 hours after the strike.
U.S. President Donald Trump downplayed the attack, calling it a moderate exchange and saying the ceasefire remained in effect.

History

Historical Context

On 2 August 1990 Iraq invaded Kuwait, prompting UN Security Council resolutions and the formation of a 42-country coalition led by the United States that expelled Iraqi forces by February 1991. The rapid diplomatic and military pressure set a precedent echoed after the 2024 drone strike at Kuwait International Airport, which forced Iran to expel diplomats and the U.S. to issue a restrained reply.

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Story summary

The drone strike at Kuwait Airport killed one person, injured more than 60 staff and passengers, and forced the closure of Terminal 1.
More than 25 ambulances responded and doctors performed at least seven emergency surgeries at the scene.
Kuwait expelled two Iranian diplomats within 24 hours after the strike.
U.S. President Donald Trump downplayed the attack, calling it a moderate exchange and saying the ceasefire remained in effect.

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