KUWAIT CITY: An Indian citizen was tragically killed following an aerial strike (Drone Attack) at the Kuwait International Airport. According to the Kuwaiti Ministry of Health, 63 other individuals sustained severe injuries and have been rushed to various hospitals across the country, with several victims reported to be in critical condition. The sudden strike, which utilized missiles and unmanned drones, targeted the main passenger zone (T1 Terminal) during the early hours of Wednesday.
The strike inflicted massive structural damage on the airport’s main transit terminal, forcing authorities to temporarily suspend all flight operations and divert incoming traffic to neighboring hubs. Ministry of Health spokesperson Dr. Abdullah Al-Sanad (Dr. Abdullah Al-Sanad) confirmed that 25 ambulances were immediately dispatched to the scene to handle casualties, noting that the injuries included severe head wounds, cerebral hemorrhages, and amputations. Graphic videos and photos detailing the terrifying aftermath and structural ruin inside the airport are currently trending heavily across social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook.
The identity of the deceased Indian national has been withheld pending notification of the next of kin. The Indian Embassy in Kuwait (Embassy of India, Kuwait) officially confirmed the fatality via a social media post, expressing deep condolences to the bereaved family. Embassy officials are currently stationed at local medical centers and are in constant coordination with Kuwaiti authorities to provide immediate consular and medical assistance to any other affected Indian expatriists.
This unprecedented breach of security comes amidst escalating military frictions and retaliatory strikes between regional powers in the Middle East. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) in Kuwait is currently conducting a war-footing assessment of the runway safety and terminal infrastructure. While the unexpected violence has sparked widespread anxiety among the massive expatriate community residing in the Gulf nation, the Indian government has assured full support and active monitoring to guarantee the safety of its citizens abroad.
Story Summary: An Indian national was killed and 63 others were injured following a drone and missile attack targeting Terminal 1 of Kuwait International Airport on Wednesday. The Indian Embassy in Kuwait confirmed the casualty and is actively coordinating with local authorities to assist the victim’s family and the wounded.
