Kuwait International Airport Attacked by Iranian Missile Strike One Day After Reopening
Kuwait International Airport (KWI) suffered severe damage and one fatality from an Iranian missile strike on June 2, 2026, just one day after Terminal 1 reopened. Airspace has since reopened, with operations continuing from other terminals
On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, Kuwait International Airport (KWI) was targeted by an Iranian missile strike, causing massive damage to Terminal 1 and resulting in one fatality and over 60 injuries. The attack occurred just one day after Terminal 1 had reopened following a previous strike in late February 2026 that closed it for over three months. While Kuwait temporarily closed its airspace, it has since reopened, and the airport is operational using other terminals. This event highlights ongoing volatility for Gulf carriers as they balance operations with safety during the conflict with Iran
