Iran hits Kuwait with the greatest force since the June attack on the airport.

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15/07/2026
In the recent round of attacks against Kuwait, four Kuwaiti navy personnel were injured. With the United States re-imposing sanctions on Iranian ports and coastal areas, tensions in the region are escalating, and Kuwait remains a primary target for Iran. The Kuwaiti Ministry of Defense stated that the attack involved 5 cruise missiles, 1 ballistic missile, and 33 drones. This is the highest number of ammunitions used in a single day and the highest number of casualties since the country's international airport was attacked last month, resulting in 1 fatality and over 60 injuries. The military stated that Tuesday's attack primarily targeted some "important" and civilian institutions, but did not provide further details. The military also reported that fragments were scattered at different locations, causing damage; a Kuwaiti naval vessel was attacked, resulting in 4 defense personnel injured. Kuwait is one of the most severely affected countries in the region during times of conflict, with its military bases, refineries, Kuwait Petroleum Corporation headquarters, airports, and other critical infrastructure being attacked multiple times.