Kuwait Condemns Iranian Attack Amid Escalating Tensions with US

June 1, 2026 • Al Jazeera

Kuwait Condemns Iranian Attack Amid Escalating Tensions with US

Kuwait Activates Air Defenses Following Alleged Attack by Iran

Kuwait has activated its air defenses following an incident described as a “heinous attack” by the country’s foreign ministry. The incident occurred in response to alleged use of Kuwaiti territory for recent attacks on Iran.

According to reports, Iranian forces targeted a US military base located within Kuwait. The US has not commented publicly on the incident.

Iranian officials have stated that their actions were taken in retaliation for the alleged use of Kuwaiti territory by the US for launching attacks against Iran. The exact nature and timing of these alleged attacks are unclear.

Kuwait’s foreign ministry described the Iranian attack as a “heinous act” and took steps to activate its air defenses, indicating a heightened state of alertness within the country. The incident has sparked tensions between Kuwait and Iran, with both countries maintaining their positions on the matter.

Details surrounding the incident remain limited, and further information is expected from both parties in the coming hours.

Source: Al Jazeera