A drone attack hit two fuel depots at Kuwait International Airport, sparking a massive fire and sending thick smoke into the sky. Authorities say the blaze caused major damage but no casualties.
WEBDESK – Source: WAM
A suspected drone attack triggered a major fire at fuel storage facilities at Kuwait International Airport late Saturday night, forcing emergency crews to rush to the scene as thick smoke billowed across the area.
According to Abdullah Al-Rajehi, spokesperson for Kuwait’s Public Authority for Civil Aviation (PACA), two fuel depots at the airport were targeted in the attack. One of the facilities caught fire, prompting a large-scale response from firefighters and emergency teams.
Authorities said the blaze caused significant material damage, but preliminary assessments indicate no casualties were reported.
Firefighters continued battling the flames into the night while airport authorities and civil defence teams worked to contain the situation and secure the affected facilities.
Officials said relevant authorities quickly coordinated with airport management to assess the impact of the attack and prevent the fire from spreading to nearby infrastructure.
The incident comes amid heightened tensions in the region linked to the ongoing conflict involving Iran, Israel and the United States, which has already led to missile interceptions and security alerts across several Gulf countries.
While investigations are underway to determine the origin of the drone used in the attack, authorities have not yet confirmed who was responsible.
Kuwaiti officials said the situation is now under control, with emergency services continuing cooling operations and damage assessments at the airport’s fuel storage area.
