Footage has been circulated showing an Iranian drone strike at Kuwait International Airport, prompting an immediate assessment by British air defence experts. The attack, which occurred at approximately 0345 hours local time, targeted a secure section of the airfield believed to house military logistics for coalition forces operating in the region.
According to sources within the Ministry of Defence, a team of specialists from the Royal Air Force has been deployed to evaluate the strike's implications for regional security and to advise on countermeasures. The drone, identified as an Iranian Shahed-136, is known for its loitering munition capability and has been used extensively in proxy conflicts.
The strike caused significant damage to infrastructure but no casualties have been reported. Kuwaiti authorities have closed the airport pending a full security review. This incident underscores the growing threat posed by uncrewed aerial systems to civilian and military aviation hubs in the Gulf.
British officials have not yet attributed the attack directly to Tehran, but it comes amid heightened tensions over Iran's nuclear programme and its support for non-state actors in the region. The Foreign Office has issued a statement condemning any act of aggression against sovereign territory and reaffirming its commitment to Kuwait's security.
Air defence analysts note that the use of drones in this manner represents a tactical shift, targeting high-value infrastructure rather than personnel. The assessment team is expected to report back to the Joint Intelligence Committee within 48 hours, with recommendations for bolstering air defence systems across allied Gulf states.
This report will be updated as more details emerge.
