Live tracking of missile interceptions, airspace closures, and safety updates in Kuwait.
Kuwait became a target in Iran's retaliatory strikes on February 28, 2026, following the US-Israeli Operation Epic Fury. Multiple waves of Iranian ballistic missiles were directed at US military installations in Kuwait, including Ali Al Salem Air Base and Camp Arifjan, which together host thousands of American service members and serve as critical logistics hubs for US Central Command operations in the region.
Kuwaiti and US air defense systems, including Patriot missile batteries and THAAD units, engaged the incoming threats. While several missiles were successfully intercepted, debris from the engagements fell across areas south of Kuwait City. Kuwait's Civil Defense activated emergency protocols nationwide, and all commercial flights were suspended at Kuwait International Airport.
Kuwait has historically maintained a delicate diplomatic balance in the Gulf, but the presence of major US military bases made it an inevitable target in Iran's retaliation strategy. The Kuwaiti government has condemned the attacks while coordinating closely with coalition defense efforts.
Iran's IRGC released footage claiming successful missile strikes on four major US military installations: Al Udeid Air Base (Qatar), Al Salem (Kuwait), Al Dhafra (UAE), and the US Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain.
An Iranian drone struck Kuwait International Airport, damaging the terminal building and injuring several workers. Kuwait closed its airspace and activated all defense systems.
Iran's IRGC launched three waves of ballistic missiles and drones targeting US military bases and allied nations across the Persian Gulf, striking at targets in the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, and Jordan.
Airports across the region have halted operations including Dubai DXB, Dubai DWC, Doha DOH, Bahrain BAH, Kuwait KWI, Tel Aviv TLV, Tehran IKA, and Isfahan IFN. Airlines rerouting hundreds of flights.
Kuwait shut down all civilian aviation and activated its Patriot missile defense systems after Iran's IRGC issued threats against nations hosting US military forces. Kuwait International Airport operations suspended.
Airlines worldwide are scrambling to reroute flights as airspace closures now span from the eastern Mediterranean to the Persian Gulf. Eurocontrol issued warnings for all flights routing through the region.
The State Department issued Level 4 Do Not Travel advisories for Iran, Iraq, and the entire Persian Gulf region. An estimated 50,000 American citizens are currently in the affected area.
European flag carriers including British Airways, Lufthansa, Air France, and KLM suspended all services to the Middle East through at least March 7. Passengers offered full refunds or rebooking.
US Central Command confirmed that all American military personnel across Gulf bases are accounted for following Iranian retaliatory strikes. CENTCOM reported no US military casualties at this time.
Kuwait City residents reported seeing Patriot missile interceptors launched over the capital. Kuwait's military confirmed engaging incoming threats targeting Camp Arifjan, a major US Army base.
India and Pakistan announced emergency evacuation plans for their combined 15 million nationals living in Gulf countries. India dispatched naval vessels while Pakistan prepared special flights.
Kuwait's air defense systems, supported by US Patriot missile batteries stationed at Ali Al Salem Air Base, engaged multiple incoming Iranian ballistic missiles. Several interceptions were confirmed, though some debris fell in unpopulated areas south of Kuwait City.
Kuwait International Airport (KWI) suspended all commercial flights as of February 28, 2026 following the Iranian missile attacks. The Kuwait Civil Aviation Authority has not announced a timeline for reopening. Check with your airline for the latest rebooking information.
The Kuwait government has urged residents to remain indoors and away from windows. Civil defense sirens have been activated in multiple areas. The US Embassy in Kuwait has issued a shelter-in-place advisory for all American citizens. Emergency services are on full alert across the country.
Ali Al Salem Air Base, which hosts US military personnel and assets in Kuwait, was among the targets of Iran's retaliatory strikes. US Central Command confirmed that base defense systems engaged incoming threats. Details on damage assessment remain classified.
Iran targeted Kuwait as part of its broader retaliatory response to Operation Epic Fury. Kuwait hosts significant US military infrastructure including Ali Al Salem Air Base and Camp Arifjan. Iran has stated its strikes targeted US military assets in the region, not Kuwaiti civilian infrastructure.
Residents should follow instructions from Kuwait Civil Defense, stay indoors, keep away from windows, monitor official government channels for updates, and have emergency supplies ready. Foreign nationals should register with their embassies and monitor travel advisories.