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'Head wounds, heavy bleeding..': US troops recall chaos after deadly Iranian drone strike on Kuwait base

Survivors of a deadly drone strike in Kuwait have challenged the Pentagon's narrative, stating their unit was unprepared and lacked fortified defenses. The attack, which killed six service members and injured over 20, occurred at a lightly protected facility. Soldiers described the chaos and their efforts to save lives amidst…

The Times of India

The Latest: Kuwait blames Iran for drone strikes as Trump casts doubt on ceasefire

Kuwait has accused Iran of launching drone attacks despite the ceasefire in the Iran war

The Independent UK

American survivors of deadly Kuwait attack dispute Hegseth’s account: ‘Unprepared to provide any defense for itself’

Tactical operations center was compared to shipping container-style building with no air defense capabilities

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Survivors of Deadly Drone Strike in Kuwait Dispute U.S. Account, Say Base Was 'Unprepared'

In the 40 days since the start of Operation Epic Fury, the conflict has left thousands of people dead across the Middle East, as well as 13 U.S. service members killed and 381 others wounded, according to data from U.S. Central Command.

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Pete Hegseth and Pentagon Caught Lying as Army Survivors Say Unit Was 'Unprepared' During Iran's Attack in Kuwait

Army survivors of a deadly Iranian drone attack in Kuwait dispute Pete Hegseth's claims of a fortified position, citing chaos and a lack of proper defence.

International Business Times UK

Survivors Of Iranian Attack On U.S. Base In Kuwait Challenge Pentagon Account About Preparedness

Survivors of an Iranian attack against a U.S. base in Kuwait in the early days of the war are challenging the Pentagon's account regarding the facility's preparedness, according to a new report.

International Business Times

Basra Rocket Attack: Why Kuwait Hit Khor Al Zubair, Triggering Diplomatic Fallout

Three killed in a Basra rocket attack as protesters storm the Kuwaiti consulate, escalating tensions between Iraq and Kuwait

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Kuwait sets KD10 cash limit across 6 service sectors, mandates digital payments above cap

Kuwait is now mandating electronic payments for services exceeding 10 dinars, impacting salons, gyms, and pest control firms. This move by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry aims to boost financial transparency and curb cash transactions. The regulation encourages secure digital payments, enhancing oversight and accountability across various business sectors.

The Times of India

Iran strikes Kuwait’s oil infrastructure before Opec+ supply talks

Members reportedly agree a rise of 206,000 barrels a day in May, but move symbolic while strait of Hormuz is effectively closed

The Guardian - UK

Iran-US war latest: Trump vows to decimate Iran as deadline approaches and says he’s ‘not worried’ about war crimes

US president says he is ‘not at all’ concerned about war crimes as he threatens the destruction of Iran’s key infrastructure by Tuesday

The Independent UK

At least 15 killed in strikes on Lebanon – as it happened

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'Unjust Iranian aggression': Kuwait's ministries complex building targeted in 'hostile' drone attack; watch

Kuwait's ministries complex and Shuwaikh oil sector were hit by a hostile drone attack on Sunday, which the finance ministry attributed to "unjust Iranian aggression." While significant material damage was reported, authorities confirmed no casualties. Kuwaiti air defenses intercepted incoming threats as part of Iran's ongoing offensive across the Gulf.

The Times of India

God on their side, the bill on ours: Counting the real cost of the war in West Asia for India

With guns in their hands and God on their side – Bob Dylan John Mearsheimer writes in The Tragedy of Great Power Politics: “States rarely go to war unless they think that rapid success is likely.”It has been more than a month since Benjamin Netanyahu and Donald Trump started the…

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Iran’s attack on oil refinery in Kuwait was ‘reckless’, says Starmer

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UK deploys Rapid Sentry anti-drone system to Kuwait to fend off attacks, air force says

Gulf countries including Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain have been pulled into the Iran war, targeted by Iranian strikes in retaliation to attacks launched by the United States and Israel on 28 February.

Evening Standard

Keir Starmer condemns ‘reckless’ Iranian attack on Kuwaiti oil refinery

Tehran fired drones and missiles at targets across the Middle East overnight as the war nears the end of its fifth week.

The Times of India

Watch: Kuwait refinery on fire after another Iranian drone attack, operations under threat

Iranian drones struck Kuwait's Mina al-Ahmadi oil refinery, causing fires and highlighting the escalating attacks on critical energy infrastructure in the Gulf. This incident occurs amidst ongoing hostilities between Iran, the United States, and Israel, impacting global oil flows and prices.

The Guardian - UK

UK is most vulnerable European country to jet fuel shortages, Ryanair boss says

Michael O’Leary says UK’s reliance on Kuwait for jet fuel supply amid Iran war exposes it to possible shortages

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International Business Times

Kuwait International Airport Remains Closed on April 1, 2026 After Fresh Iranian Drone Strike

Kuwait International Airport stayed shuttered to commercial passenger flights Wednesday as authorities battled a major fire at fuel storage tanks following the latest in a series of Iranian-linked drone attacks that have crippled the Gulf nation's key aviation hub.

The Independent UK

Iran war briefing: Trump says conflict will end within weeks as missile strikes rage on

Donald Trump has claimed the war on Iran will end in “two to three weeks”, adding that peace will bring oil prices “tumbling down.” Trump told reporters that “Iran doesn’t have to make a deal” to end the conflict. He said he will be satisfied when Iran is "put into…

The Independent UK

Iran hits tanker off coast of Qatar, Kuwait airport and Israel kills 5 in Beirut attack

Iran hit a tanker off the coast of Qatar and Kuwait International Airport as Tehran acknowledged for the first time that Washington had been in direct contact about a possible ceasefire

The Independent UK

Iran-US war latest: Oil prices spike after Trump vows to keep hitting Iran ‘extremely hard’ in address to nation

The president said US forces would 'finish the job' in Iran and that 'core strategic objectives are nearing completion’

International Business Times

Kuwait International Airport Still Closed on March 31, 2026: Drone Attacks Halt All Commercial Flights

Kuwait International Airport (KWI) remained closed to all regular commercial passenger and most cargo flights on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, as authorities continued safety assessments following a series of drone strikes that damaged critical radar systems and other infrastructure earlier in March.

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: Kuwaiti tanker hit by Iranian drone attack in Dubai port

The attack came hours after Trump threatened to ‘obliterate’ Iran’s energy plants and oil wells unless it opened the strait of Hormuz. Plus, Israel to give death penalty to Palestinians convicted of lethal attacks

The Times of India

Jazeera Airways resumes flights to Jeddah, launches service to Karachi and new routes via Saudi Arabia

Kuwait's major carrier Jazeera Airways, has announced numerous new plans in the past few days in an attempt to strengthen its connectivity to regional and international locations while also ensuring passenger convenience.

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