An Indian national was killed in an Iranian drone and missile strike on Kuwait International Airport, the Indian Embassy in Kuwait confirmed on Wednesday. At least 63 people were injured in the attack, according to Kuwait's Health Ministry, including airport workers and passengers. Kuwaiti authorities reported damage to airport facilities and diplomatic missions following the strike. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) condemned the attack, stating that civilians and civilian infrastructure must not be targeted during conflicts. "We condemn the attack on the Kuwait International Airport today in which an Indian national has died and several of our nationals are injured. Since the onset of the conflict in West Asia, we have strongly urged that the civilian population and civilian infrastructure must not be targeted. We again call upon parties to cease such attacks," the MEA said. The ministry expressed condolences to the family of the deceased and confirmed that the Indian Embassy in Kuwait is providing assistance to injured nationals. Indian missions across the region remain on alert and continue to support the Indian community during the ongoing crisis. Flights at Kuwait International Airport were temporarily suspended following the attack, India Today reported. Iran launched missile and drone strikes on targets in Kuwait and Bahrain as Gulf hostilities escalated, while the United States carried out military operations near the Strait of Hormuz.
The Indian government condemned an attack that killed one of its nationals while acknowledging multiple others were injured, yet offered no details on repatriation or medical support. Its call for protection of civilians rings hollow as injured Indians remain stranded in a conflict zone. No evacuation plan has been announced despite the embassy being on alert. Diplomatic statements cannot replace urgent action for affected families.
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