The Latest Breaking News from Kuwait

Persian Gulf desalination plants could become military targets in regional war

Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and neighboring countries in the Persian Gulf region use the fossil fuels under their desert lands not only to make money, but also to make drinking water. The petroleum they produce powers more than 400 desalination plants, which turn seawater into drinkable water.

The Conversation · Mar 5

WH Smith warns of potential impact of Middle East war on stores in the region

Shares fell in early trading in the City after chain said it was “mindful” of the impact from the conflict in Iran

Evening Standard · Mar 5

Pentagon identifies last two US soldiers killed in Kuwait

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The Independent UK · Mar 5

What the Iran conflict has already cost the US military as jets shot down and bases attacked

More than 2,000 targets have been struck, according to U.S. Central Command’s Admiral Brad Cooper

The Independent UK · Mar 4

US soldiers who died in the Iran war remembered for their duty and devotion to their families

Four of the six U.S. soldiers killed in the Iran war have been identified by the Pentagon as members of the Army Reserve

The Independent UK · Mar 4

US Officials Question 'Makeshift' Facility in Kuwait After Troop Deaths Despite Pentagon Saying They Were 'Fortified'

Six US service members were killed in an Iranian drone strike on a tactical operations centre in Kuwait, with military officials questioning Pentagon claims that the facility was adequately fortified.

International Business Times UK · Mar 4

US Department of War Identifies 4 Soldiers Killed in Kuwait Drone Strike — Families in Mourning

4 US soldiers have been identified among the 6 fatalities in a drone attack in Kuwait. The incident on March 1, 2026, is under investigation

International Business Times UK · Mar 4

Day 5: US assets hit across Mid-East; Israel launches fresh strikes on Iran, Lebanon

Intense fighting grips the Middle East as Iran and the US-Israeli alliance escalate conflict. Tehran faces sustained strikes on military and nuclear sites, retaliating with attacks on regional US assets and Israel. Casualties mount on both sides, with evacuations underway for foreign nationals. The future leadership of Iran remains uncertain…

The Times of India · Mar 4

US soldiers were killed in Iranian drone strike on operations center at Kuwait civilian port

An operations center targeted by an Iranian drone strike that killed six American soldiers was located in a civilian port in Kuwait, more than 10 miles away from the main Army base

The Independent UK · Mar 4

Pentagon identifies first US troops killed in Iran war after Kuwait drone strike

The four Army Reserve troops from Des Moines died on Sunday in Port of Shuaiba, Defense Department says

The Independent UK · Mar 3