World ( The cow news digital ) Iran has rejected allegations of carrying out a drone and missile strike on Kuwait International Airport, instead attributing the damage to a malfunction in a U.S.-made air defense system.
According to Iranian state media, a spokesperson for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed that the destruction at the airport’s passenger terminal was not the result of an Iranian attack, but rather a technical failure involving the Patriot missile defense system. The spokesperson alleged that a Patriot interceptor missile failed to neutralize an incoming threat and subsequently struck the airport terminal, causing extensive damage.
Iran further maintained that its military actions in the region were conducted in response to earlier strikes attributed to the United States and its allies. Tehran has consistently denied direct responsibility for targeting civilian infrastructure in Kuwait, insisting that its operations are defensive in nature.
The statement comes after Kuwaiti authorities reportedly blamed Iran for the attack on Terminal 1 of Kuwait International Airport, which caused significant disruption to air traffic and led to temporary suspension of flight operations. Officials in Kuwait have not yet issued a formal response to Iran’s latest claims, and investigations into the incident are ongoing.
International reports have described conflicting accounts of the event, with some sources alleging drone and missile strikes on the airport, while others point to possible interception failures and technical malfunctions during air defense operations.
In the aftermath of the incident, at least one person was reportedly killed and dozens injured, with several victims said to be in critical condition. The airport briefly halted operations, diverting flights to alternative destinations as emergency services responded to the situation.
The United States military has stated that it successfully intercepted multiple Iranian drones and missiles aimed at regional targets, including Kuwait and Bahrain. Washington maintains that Iran initiated the escalation, while Tehran continues to deny launching direct attacks.
The situation has heightened tensions across the Gulf region, with analysts warning that conflicting narratives and ongoing military exchanges could further destabilize an already fragile security environment. International observers are calling for restraint and independent verification of the incident as investigations continue.
