Iran claims drone strike on US base in Kuwait amid tensions
10:19, 31/07/2026, FridayU: Update: 10:20, 31/07/2026, Friday
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Iran’s army said it carried out a drone operation targeting US facilities at Kuwait’s Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base, claiming fighter aircraft hangars, communication systems and storage areas were among the sites hit. The announcement comes amid heightened regional tensions, though no immediate confirmation was provided by Kuwait or the United States.
Iran’s army announced Friday that explosive drones were used in an attack against what it described as key American assets at Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base in Kuwait. The military said the operation focused on facilities linked to US air operations and support activities.
The statement identified aircraft shelters, satellite communication infrastructure and equipment warehouses as the targeted locations. Iranian officials described the Kuwait air base as an important center for US surveillance, aviation and logistical missions in the region.
No response from Kuwait or US
Kuwaiti authorities and the US government had not issued an immediate response to the Iranian claims. The reported drone strike has not been independently verified.
Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base is one of the facilities used by US forces in the Gulf region, where military activity has increased amid broader security tensions involving Iran and regional actors.
Regional tensions continue
The announcement adds to a series of military claims and counterclaims in the Middle East as countries monitor developments involving US forces and Iran. Further details on possible damage or casualties were not provided.